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Sánchez dissolves parliament and takes gamble on snap election in SpainNews

Sánchez dissolves parliament and takes gamble on snap election in Spain

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called an early parliamentary election for the end of November after his government failed to pass two housing decrees. Analysts see the decision as an attempt to overcome parliamentary division and regain a governing majority, amid expectations of gains for the right and debate over the result’s impact on Madrid’s foreign policy.

Sánchez dissolves Spanish parliament and calls snap election in NovemberNews

Sánchez dissolves Spanish parliament and calls snap election in November

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the dissolution of parliament and a snap election on 29 November, after two government decrees aimed at addressing the housing crisis were voted down. The decision follows protests attended by tens of thousands demanding affordable housing, amid difficulties facing the coalition government in passing legislation.

Brazil leave Raphinha out after injury and send him back to BarcelonaSports

Brazil leave Raphinha out after injury and send him back to Barcelona

Raphinha has left the Brazil camp after scans revealed a small muscular oedema in the back of his right thigh, sustained during the 4-2 win over Australia. The Barcelona forward will return to his club for further tests, while the coaching staff have decided not to call up a replacement for the match against India.

Thousands demonstrate in Madrid for fourth day over housing crisisNews

Thousands demonstrate in Madrid for fourth day over housing crisis

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Madrid’s central Puerta del Sol square on Tuesday evening, continuing their protests over the housing crisis for a fourth consecutive day. Protesters are calling for rent freezes and the automatic renewal of contracts without arbitrary increases, after the actions began when an 87-year-old woman was taken from her home on a stretcher.

Barcelona vote favoured Mourinho before Laporta chose GuardiolaSports

Barcelona vote favoured Mourinho before Laporta chose Guardiola

Catalan journalist Xavi Torres revealed that José Mourinho had the strongest backing within Barcelona’s board to succeed Frank Rijkaard in 2008, while Pep Guardiola received no votes. But president Joan Laporta chose the reserve-team coach on the recommendation of Johan Cruyff and Txiki Begiristain, beginning an era in which the club won 14 trophies.

Thousands protest in Madrid to demand tenant protections and an end to evictionsNews

Thousands protest in Madrid to demand tenant protections and an end to evictions

Tens of thousands demonstrated in the Spanish capital over the housing crisis after 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal was evicted from the home where she had lived for around 70 years. Protesters called for lower rents and greater tenant protection, while the government prepares to consider new measures including automatic contract renewals and additional restrictions on evictions.

Tebas rejects blaming refereeing for Real Madrid's derby defeatSports

Tebas rejects blaming refereeing for Real Madrid's derby defeat

La Liga president Javier Tebas defended the key decisions in the Madrid derby, insisting that Real Madrid did not lose to Atlético because of refereeing. He criticised the protests made by the club and its manager José Mourinho, and described Real Madrid's coverage of referees as an unfair and harsh means of putting pressure on them.

Spain considers moving Mexico youth match from Ceuta on security groundsSports

Spain considers moving Mexico youth match from Ceuta on security grounds

The Spanish Football Federation is considering moving or suspending its under-20 team’s match against Mexico, scheduled to take place in Ceuta on 30 September, after the Interior Ministry requested a change of venue over security concerns and political tensions. Officials are searching for an alternative stadium as disputes linked to the city have spread to other football matters.

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