Housing & Snap Election: Spain’s government has approved two new housing decrees after Congress blocked similar measures, including eviction protections and a €10bn interest-free loan plan for first-time buyers, as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez pushes for a general election on Nov. 29. Catalonia Politics: Spain’s Supreme Court lifted the arrest warrant for Catalan separatist leader Carles Puigdemont after the Constitutional Court backed applying the 2024 amnesty to embezzlement cases—clearing the way for his return ahead of the vote. Protests Turn Violent: Barcelona saw clashes over the housing crisis, with barricades burning and arrests reported after demonstrations escalated. Basque Governance: The Basque Government says it won’t raise “false expectations” about completing pending transfers before the election, given the tight timetable. Security in Catalonia: The National Police expelled 431 multi-recidivist criminals from Catalonia abroad in 2025, with officials stressing a firm response. Crime & Justice: A Spanish judge jailed a British fraudster in the Costa Blanca after a collapsed firm left hundreds of UK expats out of pocket. Sports: Valencia captain Gaya is optimistic under new coach Javier Aguirre, while Barcelona secured Raphinha’s contract through June 2030.