A political standoff has emerged in Spain as 11 regions governed by the Partido Popular (PP) resist implementing the national Housing Law, which allows for the declaration of 'Tensioned Market Zones' to control rental prices.

The central government, led by Housing Minister Isabel Rodríguez, has threatened to withhold funding from regions that do not comply with the law.

Rodríguez emphasized that financial support would be contingent on adherence to the law, aiming to address housing access issues.

The PP-governed regions argue that the law's measures are voluntary and claim that enforcing them could reduce housing supply and increase prices.

The conflict highlights a broader debate over regional autonomy and central government authority in managing housing policies.

The situation remains tense as both sides call for dialogue to resolve the housing crisis.