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Spain: Thousands demand Catalan leaders’ release

Saturday, 04 November 2017 1:23 AM [ Last Update: Saturday, 04 November 2017 1:51 AM ]

A banner reading "Freedom to political prisoners" hangs from the City Hall in Barcelona as protesters wave Catalan pro-independence Estelada flags during a demonstration on November 3, 2017 to protest against the detention of Catalan officials in Madrid. (AFP)

Thousands of protesters gathered at Girona's Placa del Vi demanding that Madrid free detained Catalan leaders on Friday.

Former MPs Benet Salellas, Magda Casamitjana and Camil Ros called on those who attended "to not be afraid" amid a sea of Estedella flags and raised fists.

Protesters are demanding the release of Jordi Sanchez and Jordi Cuixart who are currently facing trial at the National Court in Madrid.

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