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Protesters gather after the reported death of María del Carmen Abascal, the 87-year-old woman whose eviction sparked nationwide protests, in Puerta del Sol square in Madrid, e

Video. 87-year-old Maricarmen dies in hospital after infamous eviction ordeal

Updated: 08/10/2026 - 8:41 GMT+2

The 87-year-old whose eviction sparked a domestic crisis and triggered nationwide anti-government protests has died in hospital late on Wednesday. Protesters say they will continue to demonstrate to uphold her legacy.

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