Spanish Associations Demand Investigation into Nursing Home Deaths During COVID-19 Pandemic

On June 2nd, 2025, associations representing families of nursing home residents who died during the COVID-19 pandemic held a demonstration in Madrid, Spain. They called for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The demonstration was marked by emotional pleas for justice and accountability. One participant stated, "We need to know the truth. They died in an indignified and cruel way because of protocols and political decisions." Another participant added, "Five years later, we are still demanding justice and that those responsible are held accountable." The event underscores the ongoing pain and the search for answers regarding the high number of deaths in Spanish nursing homes during the pandemic. The demonstration serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of the crisis and the need for transparency and accountability.