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'Fight goes on’: 87-yr-old woman dies after becoming symbol of Spain housing crisis

Source: Times of India
Category: Politics
Region: Spain
Published: October 08, 2026 at 00:10

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MarΓ­a del Carmen Abascal, known as Maricarmen, died in a hospital after being evicted from her home. Her eviction triggered nationwide protests highlighting the housing crisis afflicting Spain. Activists voiced anger over Maricarmen's death as a symbol of the struggle against rising rents and evictions. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro SΓ‘nchez offered condolences, acknowledging the impact of her case on public sentiment.

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