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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
In May 2026, Bilbao witnessed significant unrest following the return of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, a pro-Palestinian group. On May 23, clashes erupted at Bilbao Airport between the Ertzaintza (Basque police) and activists, resulting in four arrests for serious disobedience, resistance, and assaulting a police officer. The police int...
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Spanish police clashed with anti-Israel activists at Bilbao airport, leading to violence and arrests, amid rising tensions over Israel's actions in Gaza.
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timesofisrael.com
May 23, 2026
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Police were recorded beating activists at Bilbao airport, with reports of four arrests; tensions also noted in Greece.
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ynet.co.il
May 23, 2026
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