In a significant law enforcement operation, the National Police of Spain arrested ten individuals associated with the far-right group Núcleo Nacional for their involvement in violent disturbances during the International Women's Day demonstration in Madrid. These arrests occurred as a group of six to eight participants from Núcleo Nacional infiltrated the protest, carrying provocative signs that read 'It wasn't patriarchy, it was immigration,' which aimed to highlight what they referred to as 'imported violence.' The infiltrators' actions sparked considerable chaos, drawing police intervention.

The incident peaked towards the end of the march organized by the Comisión 8M, where the neo-Nazis attempted to gain attention by displaying controversial imagery that linked the issue of violence against women with immigration. This provocative stance, coupled with their participation in a public and peaceful demonstration, led to physical confrontations between the neo-Nazis and the rally participants. The police soon intervened to restore order, as tensions escalated with reports of assaults on protesters and at least one member of Núcleo Nacional attempting to disrupt the planned reading of the manifesto from the main stage.

This incident not only highlights the rising tensions surrounding far-right ideologies in Spain but also emphasizes the potential for violence at protests aimed at advocating for women's rights. The police's swift response to the disturbances reflects a broader concern about maintaining public order in the face of increasing extremism. The implications of this event may further worsen tensions between far-right groups and activists promoting equality and combating gender-based violence, raising urgent questions about the safety and inclusivity of public protests in Spain.