Spain’s Sánchez calls early election for 29 November after housing protests

Spanish PM Sánchez says voters will go to the polls on 29 November after defeats on measures intended to tackle the housing crisis.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM EDT

Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez has announced an early election for 29 November following protests over housing.

The announcement comes after recent defeats on measures aimed at tackling Spain’s housing crisis.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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