Second Night of Clashes in Torre Pacheco

Violent clashes broke out for a second consecutive night in Torre Pacheco, southeastern Spain, after a 68-year-old man was allegedly assaulted by three young men of North African origin, an incident captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The unrest saw far-right agitators and local residents, some armed with batons, seeking out migrants, resulting in at least five injuries and one arrest. Authorities believe far-right groups incited the violence through social media, leading to confrontations featuring far-right symbols and Moroccan flags. The town's large migrant community, mainly agricultural workers, has been at the center of previous migration-related tensions. Regional and national officials, including the mayor and Spain’s youth minister, condemned the violence and highlighted the role of hate speech and far-right incitement. Police have reinforced their presence and expect further arrests as investigations continue.