Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced snap elections to be held on November 29th, following the failure of his housing crisis decrees in Congress. This decision comes after days of protests across Spain, sparked by the eviction of elderly woman Maricarmen. The decrees aimed to address the ongoing housing crisis in Spain but lacked sufficient parliamentary support. Sánchez’s move signals a significant escalation of the political situation in the European country. The failed legislation and subsequent election call highlight deep divisions within the Spanish government and broader societal concerns regarding affordable housing. Protests have underscored public discontent with the current political climate in Spain and the handling of vulnerable citizens. The upcoming elections are expected to be highly contested.