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“Housing protests fill Barcelona and Madrid as Spain’s workers strike ahead of election”

“Housing activists hope the massive show of force will lead to more regulations to protect tenants and crack down on real estate speculation, while Spain’s left-wing government is seeking to mobilize voters ahead of a national election later this month with polls against it.”

Millions strike over rents and housing in Spain ahead of election

Key points

  • Millions of Spanish workers shut down businesses and transport nationwide.
  • The protest was a first general strike in 14 years focused on housing.
  • Unions reported high stoppages in auto, port, meat, waste, and energy sectors.
  • A 87-year-old eviction case and Maricarmen symbol energized housing activists.
  • PM Sánchez called early elections amid the protests.
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    Spain faces a general strike over rising living costs ahead of elections.

    Four million workers, one-fifth of the workforce, join the first nationwide walkout in 14 years.
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