Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid for reforms

Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid advocating for public reforms ahead of upcoming elections, amid concerns over potential privatization of the pension system. The peaceful demonstration covered nearly two kilometers, with participants expressing fears about their future pensions and opposing privatization efforts. Many carried signs emphasizing the need to protect public services like education and healthcare. Opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo stated that his party would adjust reforms if elected, responding to government criticisms regarding pension indexing to inflation. The average pension in Spain was reported at €1,576 per month for approximately 6.8 million beneficiaries.