# Spain’s general strike puts housing crisis at the heart of upcoming election

https://mins.news/en/item/138632

- France 24, 2026-11-11 08:29 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261111-spain-general-strike-puts-housing-crisis-centre-upcoming-elections

> Millions of Spanish workers are striking nationwide on Wednesday for the first time in 14 years, demanding action on the severe housing crisis and rising living costs. Public transport disruptions and widespread business closures are expected less than three weeks before a snap election that could bring the far right to power.

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