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The right to a home: Spain’s cooperative answer to the housing crisis

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Portugal: Housing protesters return to Lisbon square after court ruling

Housing protesters have returned to Lisbon's historic Rossio Square, setting up around 100 tents following a court ruling. The demonstration comes as Portugal's government faces growing pressure over housing.

4 November 2026

Business

Where in Europe do people spend over 40% of their income on housing?

Housing costs take up more than 40% of disposable income for millions of Europeans. Euronews Business takes a closer look at which countries are hit hardest, with experts explaining the drivers.

31 October 2026

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Portugal: Lisbon housing crisis sparks protest outside parliament

Demonstrators gathered outside Portugal's parliament to protest against the housing crisis and police violence during recent camp clearances. The president has called for dialogue while defending police actions.

28 October 2026

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Tents fill Lisbon square as protesters highlight Portugal’s housing crisis

Protesters camped overnight in central Lisbon over the weekend to denounce Portugal’s housing crisis, as soaring rents leave many struggling to afford accommodation.

19 October 2026

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EU.XL

Can Europe beat the cost-of-living crisis?

From supermarket shelves and energy bills to housing and education, rising prices are putting pressure on households across Europe. But which sectors are being hit hardest by inflation? What is the EU doing to ease the burden on consumers?

19 October 2026

Economy

Income after rent: How much is left across European cities?

One salary is not enough to afford a three-bedroom flat in many European city centres. Euronews Business takes a closer look at how much a working couple has left after paying the rent.

16 October 2026

Europe News

94-year-old faces losing her home of 60 years as rent nearly triples

The elderly widow, almost blind and using a walking frame still does not know about the eviction; her daughter says her story echoes Maricarmen, a symbol of Spain's fight for housing.

14 October 2026

Economy

Rent inflation in Europe: Which countries are hit the hardest and why?

Rent prices have risen significantly across Europe, and in particular in Romania and Croatia in recent periods. Euronews Business takes a closer look at annual rent inflation with a focus on these two countries.

12 October 2026

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Spain: Madrid protesters mourn evicted pensioner Maricarmen Abascal

Tens of thousands marched in Madrid to mourn pensioner Maricarmen Abascal, whose eviction made her a housing crisis symbol and sparked fresh protests.

Europe News

‘We will continue’: Madrid protesters pay tribute to 87-year-old woman

Protesters gathered in Madrid to remember 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal, whose eviction from her longtime home sparked a nationwide housing protest movement. Protesters say her death will strengthen their determination to continue the campaign.

Europe News

87-year-old Maricarmen dies in hospital after infamous eviction ordeal

The 87-year-old whose eviction sparked a domestic crisis and triggered nationwide anti-government protests has died in hospital late on Wednesday. Protesters say they will continue to demonstrate to uphold her legacy.

Europe News

Sánchez announces 21 urgent housing measures after nationwide protests

Sánchez has come under fire domestically after an 87-year-old woman was evicted from her residence in Madrid, sparking national controversy. Pressure have piled on Sanchez’s administration to step down as protesters accused the government of not doing enough to tackle a rampant housing crisis.

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Tens of thousands take to Madrid streets demanding housing action

Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Madrid demanding affordable housing and stronger protections for renters, a day after lawmakers rejected emergency housing measures.

Economy

Where are house prices rising fastest in Europe and why?

House prices in Europe continue to rise, outpacing inflation in many countries. Annual increases ranged from 0.6% in Germany to 16.5% in Portugal in the second quarter of 2026.

The Cube

Fact check: What's going on with Spain’s 'Maricarmen' protests?

Spanish protests against the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen have led to misleading claims about Spain's housing activists and the wider rental crisis.

Europe in Motion

Eviction: Where are tenants most and least protected across Europe?

The eviction of a disabled 87-year-old woman in Madrid from a flat she lived in for 70 years has sparked outrage and comparisons of renter rights across the continent.