Thousands march across Spain demanding affordable housing amid soaring rents and dwindling supply.
Thousands of residents have taken to the streets across Spain to protest the ongoing housing crisis, demanding more affordable housing solutions.
Demonstrators argue they are increasingly priced out of the market due to factors such as tourism, speculative investments, and a growing rentier economy.
Over the past decade, average rents in Spain have doubled, and house prices have surged by 44%. At the same time, the availability of rental homes has halved since the start of the pandemic in 2020.
Spain faces a challenging balance between promoting tourism, a critical economic driver, and addressing local concerns about rising rents and gentrification. A growing number of property owners prefer short-term rentals to tourists, exacerbating housing affordability issues for residents.
The Bank of Spain reports that nearly 40% of Spanish families who rent their homes now spend close to half of their income on housing costs.
In response to the crisis, the government announced in April last year that it would end the "golden visa" program. This scheme previously granted residency rights to foreigners who made substantial real estate investments in Spain.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated this move was intended to ensure housing remains a basic right rather than a speculative commodity.
The White House has seen a surge of international interest in trade talks, with over 50 countries reaching out to initiate negotiations, as senior U.S. officials sought to reassure markets and clarify the administration’s economic strategy amid ongoing tariff developments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to secure relief from U.S. tariffs during a meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington this week, highlighting the economic impact on Israeli exports and the strength of U.S.-Israel ties.
Indonesia will not retaliate against U.S. trade tariffs, opting instead to pursue dialogue and negotiations, a senior official said Sunday in the government’s first response to the measures imposed by President Donald Trump.
Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday since being hospitalized with pneumonia in February, greeting crowds at the Vatican as he continues his recovery.
French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have agreed to coordinate closely on their approach to upcoming trade discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need to avoid a trade war.
The White House has seen a surge of international interest in trade talks, with over 50 countries reaching out to initiate negotiations, as senior U.S. officials sought to reassure markets and clarify the administration’s economic strategy amid ongoing tariff developments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to secure relief from U.S. tariffs during a meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington this week, highlighting the economic impact on Israeli exports and the strength of U.S.-Israel ties.
Indonesia will not retaliate against U.S. trade tariffs, opting instead to pursue dialogue and negotiations, a senior official said Sunday in the government’s first response to the measures imposed by President Donald Trump.
Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday since being hospitalized with pneumonia in February, greeting crowds at the Vatican as he continues his recovery.
French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have agreed to coordinate closely on their approach to upcoming trade discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need to avoid a trade war.
Aid groups in Myanmar’s worst-hit areas urgently need shelter, food, and water after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed over 2,700 people. Rescue efforts face challenges due to ongoing civil war, damaged infrastructure, and restricted aid access, with the toll expected to rise.
The inaugural Samarkand International Climate Forum will kick off on 4th April at the Silk Road Samarkand Congress Center in Uzbekistan. The high-profile forum will be held under the theme "Central Asia Facing Global Climate Challenges: Consolidation for Shared Prosperity."
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was banned from running for public office for five years after being convicted of embezzlement, ruling her out of the 2027 presidential race. She received a four-year prison sentence, with two years suspended, and a €100,000 fine. Le Pen plans to appeal.
The first-ever summit between the European Union (EU) and the five Central Asian nations—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan - began today in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
Global trade tensions took center stage at the Seoul Mobility Show as automakers confronted the impact of new U.S. tariffs, raising concerns over rising costs, shifting strategies, and the future of international automotive trade.
The White House has seen a surge of international interest in trade talks, with over 50 countries reaching out to initiate negotiations, as senior U.S. officials sought to reassure markets and clarify the administration’s economic strategy amid ongoing tariff developments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to secure relief from U.S. tariffs during a meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington this week, highlighting the economic impact on Israeli exports and the strength of U.S.-Israel ties.
Indonesia will not retaliate against U.S. trade tariffs, opting instead to pursue dialogue and negotiations, a senior official said Sunday in the government’s first response to the measures imposed by President Donald Trump.
Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday since being hospitalized with pneumonia in February, greeting crowds at the Vatican as he continues his recovery.
The White House has seen a surge of international interest in trade talks, with over 50 countries reaching out to initiate negotiations, as senior U.S. officials sought to reassure markets and clarify the administration’s economic strategy amid ongoing tariff developments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hopes to secure relief from U.S. tariffs during a meeting with President Donald Trump in Washington this week, highlighting the economic impact on Israeli exports and the strength of U.S.-Israel ties.
Indonesia will not retaliate against U.S. trade tariffs, opting instead to pursue dialogue and negotiations, a senior official said Sunday in the government’s first response to the measures imposed by President Donald Trump.
Pope Francis made his first public appearance on Sunday since being hospitalized with pneumonia in February, greeting crowds at the Vatican as he continues his recovery.
French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have agreed to coordinate closely on their approach to upcoming trade discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need to avoid a trade war.
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