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Death of Mariecarmen in Madrid Sparks Renewed Protests Against Housing Crisis

Mariecarmen died in a Madrid hospital on Wednesday following her eviction, which had already sparked citizen protests against Spain's housing crisis. Demonstrators at Puerta del Sol learned the news during a general assembly and condemned the 'killings.' The movement continues with a general strike scheduled for November 11.


James Okonkwo
James Okonkwo
October 9, 2026  ·  1 min read
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Mariecarmen died in a hospital in Madrid on Wednesday, according to France 24’s correspondent in Madrid, Maude Petit-Jové. Her eviction had already triggered a citizen movement against the housing crisis in Spain.

Protesters gathered at Puerta del Sol learned the news during a general assembly. After a minute of silence, they denounced the “killings” linked to real estate speculation.

The movement continues with a general strike planned for November 11, aimed at protesting the housing crisis and real estate speculation.

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