Spanish PM Sanchez kicks off election campaign amid housing crisis protests

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez launched his campaign for a snap November election on Saturday.

The vote comes as a deepening housing crisis is driving protests and putting pressure on his left-wing coalition.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 07:46:57 UTC.

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