Notícias ao Minuto - Última hora

The webpage highlights recent news related to Portugal, including the appointment of a Portuguese individual to the Nobel Committee, which is seen as an honor to science. It also covers political issues such as criticisms of the government’s response to fundamental problems, and the controversy over the propaganda against immigration by the political party Chega at the Futurália event. Additionally, there are updates on Portugal’s sports scene, including voting for Sporting’s future leadership and local football matches. The site also reports on international issues involving Portugal, such as the inspection of a suspected military ship at the Sines port and Portugal’s stance amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.

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Operation "Portugal Always Safe". More than 130 arrested in the first action of 2026

The operation mobilised resources from the GNR, PSP, PJ, Maritime Police, ASAE, Tax Authority, Authority for Working Conditions, and the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum.

More than 130 arrested in the first action of the 'Portugal Always Safe' operation this year

More than 130 people were arrested and 770 foreigners were inspected during the first action of the 'Portugal Always Safe' operation this year, carried out between 2 and 8 March, according to the Internal Security System (SSI).

More than 130 arrested in the first action of the 'Portugal Always Safe' operation this year

In the first action of the operation this year, 138 people were arrested, 83 of whom for road traffic offences.

Those who exploit are protected

Those who survive are punished and those who exploit are protected.

Operation "Portugal Always Safe": 130 arrested this year

83 people were arrested for road traffic offences and 19 for drug-related crimes. Authorities also reported the seizure of five firearms, 35 vehicles and motorcycles, and €10,000 in cash.

Man arrested in Évora wanted in Brazil remains in prison awaiting extradition

The arrest occurred following an arrest warrant issued by Brazilian judicial authorities for the crime of fraud.

Buffet in Cacém found with two tonnes of food unfit for consumption

A PSP operation led to the closure of the restaurant. The police detected food in contact with the floor. On the upper floor, 35 immigrants were living in unhygienic conditions, two of whom were in the country illegally.

Buffet in Cacém found with two tonnes of food unfit for consumption; staff living in poor conditions upstairs

A police operation led to the closure of the restaurant. Officers found food in contact with the floor. Upstairs, 35 immigrants were living in unsanitary conditions, two of whom were in the country illegally.

Ministério Público acusa 15 arguidos de rede de auxílio à imigração ilegal

The article reports that the Portuguese Public Ministry has formally accused 15 individuals of operating a criminal network involved in facilitating illegal immigration. The investigation uncovered a structured organization that assisted migrants in entering Portugal unlawfully, highlighting ongoing efforts by authorities to combat immigration-related crimes.

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Restaurant closed in Cacém due to sanitary conditions

During the inspection, improvised accommodation was identified on the upper floors of the building, where 35 foreign citizens were staying.

PJ arrests man in Cascais wanted in Brazil for fraud

The suspect entered the country about three years ago, currently has his residency status regularised, and was working for a company in Cascais.

Immigrants exploited by GNR military criminal network remain in inhumane conditions

The network was dismantled by the Judiciary Police, but the victims continue to be exploited by other immigrants who have taken over the leadership of the illegal scheme.

Brazilian boy who had two fingers amputated at school granted Portuguese citizenship

The student José, a victim of violence at a school in Cinfães, is now a Portuguese citizen. The assault against the boy marks four months this Tuesday (10/03), with the investigation still ongoing.

Six irregular immigrants notified during inspection operation in the Lisbon area

An inspection operation targeting the restaurant sector was also carried out.

Six irregular immigrants notified during inspection

In a statement, the Maritime Police announced that six irregular immigrants were notified during an inspection operation on river transport between Cacilhas and Cais do Sodré.

Supreme Court denies habeas corpus to former GNR officer convicted of assaulting immigrants

Severe weather. Support scheme and expedited processes extended nationwide

On the way to a (more) humanist Government?

Last two GNR officers who assaulted immigrants in Odemira are imprisoned

Portas: if the Government "perhaps reacted a little late", Marcelo "gave a signal of protection to the people"

An assessment of the damage caused by Storm Kristin, a call to vote, criticisms of a president who “uses his immigration policies as political bargaining”, and a world leader who is “more fragile” than one might imagine. This is this week's analysis with Paulo Portas.

José Luís Carneiro says that portraying Portugal as a country with open borders is a 'lie repeated a thousand times' by the Government

20:00 — 24 GNR personnel reinforce border control at Lisbon Airport