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Valencia Floods Protest

Massive protests erupt in Valencia, Spain, following deadly floods, with demonstrators blaming regional president Carlos Mazón for delayed warnings and insufficient aid.

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Carlos MazónSpanish Minister Of Interior

What are the key demands of the protestors?: The demands of the protesters include the resignation of Mazón, a criminal investigation, housing for the displaced, restrictions on construction in flood-prone areas, and improved public transport.
How many people participated in the protest in Valencia?: Approximately 130,000 demonstrators in Valencia protested the slow response to recent deadly floods, blaming regional president Carlos Mazón for delayed warnings and inadequate aid.
What was Mazón's response to the criticism and the demonstration?: Mazón stated that accountability will be addressed but that immediate priorities include cleanup, aid to victims, and rebuilding efforts. He also acknowledged the size of the protest, but maintained that the magnitude of the disaster was unforeseen.
What were the main criticisms against regional president Carlos Mazón?: Demonstrators accused Mazón of issuing flood warnings hours after the catastrophe began and criticized the slow provision of aid to affected residents, some of whom went days without assistance.
What was the role of the Spanish central government in the aftermath of the flood?: Beyond Mazón, protesters also criticized the Spanish government's perceived passive response, demanding a criminal investigation into the events surrounding the floods.

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