About 120,000 people took part in the general strike in Madrid

At least 120,000 people gathered in central Madrid. The action took place as part of a general strike that engulfed Spain. This was reported to journalists in the government office in the autonomous community of Madrid, reports sb.by.

According to TASS, the rally began near the railway station of the capital, despite unfavorable weather. One of the slogans of the action was “Salaries”. Housing. Prices. Similar demonstrations are planned in other cities of the country.

The strike comes two and a half weeks before the snap general election, which is scheduled for November 29. The 24-hour strike began in the kingdom on November 11. The strike was announced in October 2026 amid various protests over the housing crisis.

In the morning, strikers organize pickets and rallies, as well as block traffic on some roads. Among the requirements are affordable housing and decent salaries.

According to the unions, in some cases during rallies, the police used force against protesters. According to the local press, about 50 people were detained.

The trade union confederation of workers' commissions said housing was becoming "one of the main drivers of inequality.".

- We want better wages, housing policies that guarantee everyone’s right to life, a strong system of public services, decent pensions.

The General Union of Workers also made similar demands.

- Prices are rising, housing is out of reach for thousands of people, and corporate profits are rising at the expense of those who work.

They called for raising the minimum wage and taking measures to combat speculation in the real estate market. The union also demanded access to decent housing. In Barcelona, protesters smash windows and set fire to garbage containers