The Spanish government is pushing to remove nearly 66,000 Airbnb listings for violating tourist accommodation regulations amid rising protests against over-tourism. Minister Pablo Bustinduy emphasized the need to protect housing rights, citing a court ruling that mandates the withdrawal of 5,800 properties. The housing crisis in Spain, exacerbated by high rental costs, has led to increased scrutiny of tourist rentals. Protests are ongoing, with calls for limiting tourism's impact on local housing. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)