Spain general strike over housing hits Barcelona metro on eve of elections
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Millions of Spanish workers joined a nationwide strike, marking a historic mobilization driven by housing affordability demands. The scale signals significant public pressure on the government to enact new regulations, though policy outcomes remain uncertain.
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Spain experienced its first general strike in 14 years on November 11, 2024, driven by widespread protests over housing affordability and the rising cost of living. This action, which paralyzed industry and transport, occurs less than three weeks before snap parliamentary elections scheduled for November 29, significantly increasing political pressure on the incumbent government. The scale of participation and the strike's ultimate impact on the election outcome remain uncertain.
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