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Ernai Topples Basque Country’s Last Osborne Bull in Rivabellosa

Basque police say they will not open a case unless a complaint is filed.

Overview

  • The youth wing of Sortu says it brought down the roadside figure overnight in Rivabellosa, Álava.
  • Ernai shared images and a video on X showing people cutting the metal supports and using ropes to pull the structure down.
  • The group described Osborne bulls as Spanish nationalist symbols in a public statement.
  • The Ertzaintza inspected the site and the fallen figure and has not opened proceedings pending a formal complaint.
  • Ernai is affiliated with EH Bildu through Sortu and previously removed Navarra’s last Osborne bull in Tudela in October 2024.