Housing Protests: Tens of thousands camped and marched in Madrid after police evicted 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, with protesters demanding tenant protections, anti-fraud rules, and bans on evictions without alternative housing. Policy Gridlock: Spain’s housing decree faces another deadline as coalition partners disagree on rent extensions, seasonal rental rules, and eviction protections. Affordable Housing Finance: The ADB approved a $100m loan to expand affordable, resilient housing finance in Bangladesh, targeting low- and middle-income borrowers and women. Construction Safety: A lintel collapse at a three-storey construction site in Ambala, Haryana killed at least four workers and left about 30 feared trapped. Urban Development & Access: Berlin’s housing crisis remains in focus after election momentum for tougher curbs on large landlords; Vienna’s social-housing model is cited as a benchmark. International Bases: Poland is preparing a special law to speed a permanent U.S. military base, potentially creating a “small city” for about 5,000 troops and families. Real Estate Markets: In the U.S., Berkshire Hathaway boosted its stake in Lennar to 11% as homebuilding shares stay under pressure. Development Around Airports: India’s YEIDA launched plot schemes for group housing and hotels near Noida International Airport to meet rising demand.