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Evicted pensioner who sparked Spain housing protests dies: tenant union

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Briefings

Madrid's tenants' union confirmed that Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old woman whose eviction triggered housing protests across Spain, has died. Her death occurred after a series of demonstrations in the past two weeks, including activists camping on Madrid's main squares, following calls to address a severe housing crisis. The event highlights the intersection of individual tragedy and systemic social issues in Spain.

Key points

• Maricarmen Abascal, an 87-year-old woman, died after her eviction sparked housing protests across Spain.
• Activists have been camping on Madrid's main squares since the protests began in the past two weeks.

Context

Maricarmen Abascal's eviction in Spain triggered widespread demonstrations across the country, including activists camping on Madrid's main squares. The protests were driven by calls to address a growing housing crisis, with the union reporting her death on Wednesday.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single news report from FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris. No additional details about the protests, the specific causes of the housing crisis, or the timeline of Abascal's death are provided beyond the reported date of her passing.

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