Spanish housing protests spread as government prepares its response

Protesters in Spain have continued to occupy central Madrid for a third consecutive night to demonstrate against the country's ongoing housing crisis. The demonstrations, which have also spread to Barcelona, are driven by public frustration over rising housing costs and the recent eviction of a pensioner. Participants are currently awaiting a formal response from the Spanish government, which is scheduled to address the issue during an upcoming cabinet meeting.

The protests highlight a growing national tension regarding housing affordability, with activists in Barcelona specifically linking the crisis to the impact of overtourism. The government faces mounting pressure to implement policy changes to address the chronic lack of accessible housing as the demonstrations persist across major urban centers.