On October 25, 2026, the streets of Barcelona saw disturbances that resulted in over 120 detentions, as authorities worked to restore order. The same day, a women's march was held in Madrid, underscoring the breadth of public activity across Spain.
In the aftermath, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the People's Party (PP), addressed a pre-campaign event in Salamanca. He drew a direct line between the Sánchez administration and the unrest, accusing the government of inciting violence and of having 'dinamitado' coexistence. Feijóo warned that the Prime Minister is "playing with fire" by provoking social unrest and failing to control the violence.
Feijóo framed the disturbances as a symptom of a government unwilling to yield, pointing to his remarks. He declared: "Se están resistiendo a abandonar el poder con violencia." He added: "Como han perdido la calle, quieren incendiarla," stating the administration is opting for confrontation over dialogue.
Feijóo warned that the Prime Minister is "playing with fire" by provoking social unrest and failing to control the violence.
On policy, Feijóo called for increased housing availability, lower taxes, and protection of pensions, framing these as essential to restoring stability and protecting Spanish citizens' well-being.
Feijóo concluded his critique by urging a return to stability and the preservation of democracy in Spain, emphasizing that the PP stands for unity and responsible governance.