On April 5, tens of thousands of people in cities across Spain will protest, calling for stronger government action to address the country’s ongoing housing crisis. In Madrid, demonstrations will begin at 6:30 PM in Town Hall Square, while in Barcelona, demonstrations will start at 6:00 PM at Plaça d’Espanya. Similar protests are expected in nearly all of Spain’s major provincial capitals and cities.
An occupied vehicle in Dam Square caught fire after a small explosion. Amsterdam police believe the fire may have been started intentionally by the driver. The driver is in custody and is being treated at a local hospital for serious injuries. No bystanders were injured. The police have sealed off a large area around Dam Square and are not allowing people to enter as explosive experts investigate the car.
A pro-EU demonstration is expected to cause significant disruption at Piata Victoriei in Bucharest on March 15. Demonstrators will begin assembling around 5:00 PM to express support for EU membership and democratic values, while condemning the perceived increase in far-right and pro-Russian influences. A large turnout is expected, with numbers ranging from the thousands to tens of thousands. Clashes with police and counter-protesters are also possible.
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