María del Carmen Abascal, aged and ailing, became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis when she was evicted two weeks ago, prompting mass protests and triggering national elections.
María del Carmen Abascal, aged and ailing, became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis when she was evicted two weeks ago, prompting mass protests and triggering national elections.
The eviction of an 87-year-old set off protests in the country, which has an acute housing shortage. The government presented legislation to protect renters.
The eviction of an 87-year-old set off protests in the country, which has an acute housing shortage. The government presented legislation to protect renters.
María del Carmen Abascal at home in Madrid last week, waiting for the police to arrive before being evicted. Her removal brought large protests in Spain.
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