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- World87-Year-Old Maricarmen Abascal, Evicted in Spain, Has Died Amid Housing ProtestsMaricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old woman whose eviction triggered significant housing protests in Spain, has passed away, according to Madrid’s tenants’ union. Her removal from her long-term residence on September 23 led to mass demonstrations that reportedly prompted the Prime Minister to call an early election.1 min
- WorldMadrid march demands stronger tenant protections after 87-year-old’s evictionThousands protested in central Madrid after Maricarmen Abascal was removed from her lifelong home. Images of her being carried away after police broke down the door have renewed attention to Spain’s housing crisis ahead of the 2027 general election.2 min