Food Insecurity Surges Amid Historic Inflation
Long lines for free groceries have resurfaced in Madrid, with residents queuing at NGO distribution centers as inflation drives up prices for 95% of goods by nearly 15%. Many families now allocate half their disposable income to basic necessities, according to CGTN Stringer’s interviews with affected Spaniards.
The Human Toll
One volunteer told reporters: 'We’re seeing new faces daily – people who never imagined needing aid.' A mother of three admitted she skips meals to feed her children, while a retiree warned grimly, 'Many families will suffer a rough winter.'
Economic Squeeze Goes Global
Spain’s 12-month inflation rate hit 3.5% in June, but localized food costs paint a grimmer picture. The trend mirrors wider European struggles: Germany reported 6.8% food price hikes last quarter, while France’s “anti-inflation baskets” initiative struggles to keep pace with rising costs.
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