Massive Demonstration In Barcelon Demanding The Release Of Separatist Leaders

DW: Pro-independence Catalans rally for jailed leaders in Barcelona

Thousands of Catalan separatists are protesting in Barcelona for the release of regional leaders jailed by Madrid. Catalonia remains divided over independence — even Playmobil toys are being drawn into the struggle.

Thousands of Catalan independence supporters have taken to the streets of Barcelona once again, this time to demand that the government in Madrid release jailed regional leaders.

The protesters were wearing yellow ribbons on their lapels and holding photos of the imprisoned leaders.

Barcelona's municipal police put the turnout of the march at some 750,000 people.

"Look at all the people here," said Pep Morales, a protester. "The independence movement is still going strong."

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WNU Editor: Barcelona's municipal police put the turnout of the march at some 750,000 people .... that is one huge rally. But will this translate into votes for the independence movement next month when the region goes to the polls .... who knows.

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