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Spain's Youth Rally Against Soaring Rents and Housing Crisis

4/7/2025

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Tens of thousands took to the streets in Spain on April 5, united in a powerful protest against the housing crisis. With rents soaring nearly 100% over the past decade, young people are grappling with financial uncertainty. Protesters condemned government policies that favor speculation and short-term rentals, demanding urgent reforms to ensure housing is recognized as a fundamental right.

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Tens of thousands took to the streets in Spain on April 5, united in a powerful protest against the housing crisis. With rents soaring nearly 100% over the past decade, young people are grappling with financial uncertainty. Protesters condemned government policies that favor speculation and short-term rentals, demanding urgent reforms to ensure housing is recognized as a fundamental right.