๐๏ธ 87-year-old's eviction ignites housing protests in Madrid
An 87-year-old resident, Maricarmen Abascal, was evicted from her Madrid home after the landlord hiked the rent by 275%. This event sparked protests across Madrid and Barcelona against the severe housing crisis. Over the past decade, property prices across Spain have jumped by roughly 50% according to Idealista data. The incident has intensified political battles ahead of next year's general election concerning housing policies. The government is now pushing for a law to stop such evictions amidst growing pressure.