A statue honoring the writer and former MP Natália Correia, located in the Graça area of Lisbon, was vandalized with Nazi symbols. The São Vicente parish council condemned the attack as an assault on democratic values and heritage. Authorities have been notified, and immediate cleaning efforts were undertaken to restore the monument.
Natália Correia statue vandalized with Nazi symbols
Saturday, 18 April 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
Natália Correia (1923–1993) was a prominent Portuguese writer, poet, and politician known for her intellectual influence and advocacy for civil rights. She served as a member of the Assembly of the Republic (Assembleia da República), where she was a vocal figure in cultural and social debates.
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