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Protesters demand the release of jailed rapper Pablo Hasel as they take to the streets of Barcelona with fire. Hasel, 32, who was arrested over controversial tweets, was holed up in a Catalan university to avoid going to jail in a case that has raised concerns about free speech in Spain. IMAGES
In Barcelona, people have gathered for another night of protest in support of rapper Pablo Hasel, who was holed up in a university in Catalonia to avoid going to jail in a case that has raised concerns about free speech in Spain. The demonstrations have ended in violence for three nights in a row and about 100 people have been arrested since the protests began. IMAGES
Protesters gather in central Barcelona to demand the release of Pablo Hasel, a rapper who was jailed for controversial tweets. Known for his hard-left views, Hasel was handed a ninth-month sentence over tweets glorifying terrorism and videos inciting violence, a decision that has sparked outrage in Spain. IMAGES
Demonstrators gather on Callao square in Madrid to protest against the jailing of a rapper for controversial tweets. Angry demonstrations erupted after police detained Pablo Hasel, 32, who was holed up in a Catalan university to avoid going to jail in a case that has raised concerns about free speech in Spain. IMAGES
Two massive fires are seen during a second night of protests in Barcelona over the jailing of rapper Pablo Hasel. Angry demonstrations first erupted on Tuesday night after police detained Hasel, who was holed up in a university in Catalonia to avoid going to jail in a highly contentious free speech case. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.