Animal rights activists protest bullfighting ahead of San Fermin festival
Protesters gathered in Pamplona covered in red paint to demonstrate against bullfighting ahead of the annual San Fermin Festival, calling for the tradition to be brought to an end.
By Europa Express6 Jul 2026 · 04:00 CETUpdated 6 Jul 2026 · 04:00 CET
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Core Briefing: Animal rights activists protest bullfighting ahead of San Fermin festival
Strategic Context: Protesters gathered in Pamplona covered in red paint to demonstrate against bullfighting ahead of the annual San Fermin Festival, calling for the tradition to be brought to an end.
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According to Euronews, animal rights activists staged a demonstration in Pamplona as the San Fermin Festival approached. Participants were seen covered in red paint to symbolise their opposition to bullfighting. The protesters used the event to publicly demand an end to the tradition, which remains a central feature of the festival.