Hundreds set up tents at Madrid's Puerta del Sol for peaceful housing protest
More than a hundred tents were erected at Puerta del Sol in Madrid, marking the first night of a housing-rights camp without any incidents.
In a symbolic revival of the 15M protests, over a hundred tents filled Madrid's Puerta del Sol, turning the city's central square into a temporary housing-rights camp. Participants brought sleeping gear, food and water, creating a vibrant, emotionally charged atmosphere. Security forces, including the Guardia Civil and the Policía Nacional, patrolled the area to ensure order. The night passed without any reported altercations or disruptions. Organisers highlighted the protest as a call for more affordable housing solutions. Authorities confirmed their presence but noted that no incidents occurred.
Why it matters
The demonstration highlights growing public concern over housing affordability in Spain's capital.
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