Portugal housing protests continue after police clear camps

Protests in Portugal continue as demonstrators demand affordable housing after police dismantled camps and arrested 55 people. Thousands rallied in major cities, vowing to persist in their campaign against rising housing costs. The housing crisis has worsened, with property prices and rents doubling since 2017, particularly in Lisbon and Porto. Protesters criticize the government for inadequate responses and seek to withdraw a bill facilitating evictions. The movement aligns with similar protests across Europe, highlighting widespread discontent over living costs.