Pakistan, Oct. 4 -- Tens of thousands of people protested across Spain on Saturday, demanding action over the country's worsening housing crisis. About 70,000 demonstrators gathered in Madrid, while protests took place in around 50 cities. The demonstrations followed growing anger over rising housing costs and recent eviction disputes.

In Madrid, police arrested three members of a far-right group after activists tried to reach protesters in Puerta del Sol. Some activists reportedly performed Nazi salutes, while police also fired rubber bullets during clashes. Meanwhile, protesters displayed signs calling for a general strike.

The protests followed parliament's rejection of measures aimed at addressing housing problems, including anger o...