Valencia Protests Erupt Over Flood Response, Calls for Leader's Resignation
TL;DR
Tens of thousands protested in Valencia, demanding the resignation of regional head Carlos Mazón over the handling of deadly floods that killed over 200 people and left 80 missing. Protesters criticized the late flood warnings and clashed with police, while vandalism was reported at Valencia City Hall. Mazón defended his actions, citing insufficient warnings from the central government. The floods, exacerbated by climate change, were caused by a Dana weather phenomenon.
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