Sweden: Major clashes between police and protesters

Swedish police announced on August 3 that major clashes broke out at the Eritrea-Scandinavia Festival, a pro -government event, on the outskirts of the capital Stockholm.

Swedish police, protesters clash at Eritrea-Scandinavia Festival.

“A crowd gathered near the scene of the incident, which then escalated into violent rioting,” a police statement said. Police were at the scene and “are continuing efforts to deal with the criminal activity and restore order,” the statement said.

Meanwhile, Expressen newspaper reported that about 1,000 anti-government protesters broke through police lines and stormed the venue. They vandalized tents, attacked police with stakes and threw rocks at them.

Police said at least 52 people were injured and dozens detained in the clashes. Aerial footage showed several vehicles and at least 10 tents on fire, sending plumes of smoke into the sky.

The Eritrean-Scandinavian Traditional Festival attracted many scholars. The organizers also conducted many discussions and debates on current issues.

According to VNA

Clashes, police, protesters, Sweden, Eritrea-Scandinavia Festival

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