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Spain's snap election on November 29 follows housing legislation failure

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Spain's leader, Pedro Sánchez, has announced a snap general election will take place on November 29, nine months ahead of schedule. The decision follows his government's failure to pass housing legislation and widespread protests over the housing crisis. Voters will now decide whether to back Sánchez's progressive government or a right-wing coalition.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 October 2026 at 13:08

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