Thousands rally in Madrid to demand snap election over corruption allegations

The GuardianSunday, November 30, 2025 at 2:29:13 PM
Thousands rally in Madrid to demand snap election over corruption allegations
  • Tens of thousands rallied in Madrid demanding a snap general election amid escalating corruption allegations against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, involving his family and administration. The protest, organized by the conservative People's Party, follows the detention of former transport minister José Luis Ábalos in connection with a kickbacks investigation.
  • This demonstration reflects growing public discontent and pressure on Sánchez's government, as citizens express their frustration over perceived corruption and demand accountability from their leaders.
  • The situation highlights a broader political crisis in Spain, where the rise and fall of parties like Podemos and recent controversies surrounding government officials, including the resignation of the attorney general, underscore ongoing tensions regarding governance and democratic integrity.
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