Spain commemorates victims of political violence and dictatorship

In San Sebastian, the city will install a commemorative plaque this Saturday to honor Iñaki Quijera Celarain, an 18-year-old student who died in 1979 after being shot by National Police during a demonstration. The ceremony, held at Calle Campanario, marks the 39th plaque installed under a municipal initiative to recognize victims of terrorism and political violence.

Separately, the Spanish Congress is scheduled to hold a ceremony to honor victims of the military coup, Civil War, and the Franco dictatorship. This event follows a previous postponement due to a railway accident. The commemoration will specifically highlight 'Las rapadas' of Fuendejalón, an incident where 39 women were publicly shamed and had their hair forcibly shaved by Francoist forces, as well as the execution of Republican mayor María Domínguez. Notably, this year's ceremony will take place in a hall where portraits of former Francoist Cortes presidents have been removed, fulfilling long-standing requests from nationalist and leftist political groups.