"demolition policy"

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9 March 2026

In Krakow, Poland, on March 8, 2026, police officers participate in a protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants permission for the building's management, De Silva Haus S.A. The demolition of the tenement house involves the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic venues such as the Eszeweria bar. City officials announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents, and the city manager threatens lawsuits for substantial compensation if the project is blocked.

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#13401381

4 March 2026

In Krakow, Poland, on February 22, 2026, a police car is present during the 'People Instead of Profit' protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz in front of the Basilica of Corpus Christi. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants the manager's consent to De Silva Haus S.A. Demolishing the tenement house involves the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic landmarks like the Eszeweria bar. City authorities announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents.

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#13393230

2 March 2026

Police officers and police cars with their lights on are present during a protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz on the street in Krakow, Poland, on March 1, 2026. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants permission for the building's management, De Silva Haus S.A. The demolition of the tenement house entails the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic venues such as the Eszeweria bar. City officials announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents, and the administrator threatens lawsuits for high compensation if the project is blocked. Protests on the streets of Kazimierz last all day and include a market and a concert.

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#13393234

2 March 2026

Police officers and police cars with their lights on are present during a protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz on the street in Krakow, Poland, on March 1, 2026. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants permission for the building's management, De Silva Haus S.A. The demolition of the tenement house entails the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic venues such as the Eszeweria bar. City officials announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents, and the administrator threatens lawsuits for high compensation if the project is blocked. Protests on the streets of Kazimierz last all day and include a market and a concert.

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#13393235

2 March 2026

Police officers and police cars with their lights on are present during a protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz on the street in Krakow, Poland, on March 1, 2026. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants permission for the building's management, De Silva Haus S.A. The demolition of the tenement house entails the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic venues such as the Eszeweria bar. City officials announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents, and the administrator threatens lawsuits for high compensation if the project is blocked. Protests on the streets of Kazimierz last all day and include a market and a concert.

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#13393236

2 March 2026

Police officers and police cars with their lights on are present during a protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz on the street in Krakow, Poland, on March 1, 2026. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants permission for the building's management, De Silva Haus S.A. The demolition of the tenement house entails the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic venues such as the Eszeweria bar. City officials announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents, and the administrator threatens lawsuits for high compensation if the project is blocked. Protests on the streets of Kazimierz last all day and include a market and a concert.

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#13361988

23 February 2026

In Krakow, Poland, on February 22, 2026, police officers participate in the 'People Instead of Profit' protest against the gentrification of Kazimierz in front of the Basilica of Corpus Christi. People gather to protest against the demolition of iconic and artistic tenement houses in Kazimierz and the construction of a luxury hotel in their place. The owner, the Order of Canons Regular of the Lateran, grants the manager's consent to De Silva Haus S.A. Demolishing the tenement house involves the eviction of residents and the closure of iconic landmarks like the Eszeweria bar. City authorities announce changes to the development plan and assistance for residents.

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#13283957

7 February 2026

Thousands of residents demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 7, 2026. A woman holds a sign that says, ''Looking for an affordable flat''

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#13283929

7 February 2026

Thousands of people demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 7, 2026. A woman holds a banner reading, ''Housing is a right, not a luxury.''

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#13283930

7 February 2026

Thousands of people demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 7, 2026. A group holds a banner reading ''Living in Munich? A disaster!''

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#13283931

7 February 2026

Thousands of people demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 7, 2026. A group holds a banner reading, ''Rich city, poor students. Your policies are our ruin.''

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#13283932

7 February 2026

Thousands of people demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 07, 2026. A group holds a banner reading, ''Housing is not a commodity! Homes belong to those who live in them! Expropriate the rent mafia!''

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#13283810

7 February 2026

Thousands of local residents demonstrate for affordable housing and stronger tenant protections at Odeonsplatz in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on February 7, 2026. Some protesters hold a banner reading ''Miete hoher als die Alpen'' (Rent higher than the Alps).

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#13061083

5 December 2025

An excavator demolishes a structure during the eviction drive at Rupahi Bhakat Gaon in Nagaon District, Assam, India, on December 5, 2025.

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#13061085

5 December 2025

An excavator demolishes a structure during the eviction drive at Rupahi Bhakat Gaon in Nagaon District, Assam, India, on December 5, 2025.

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#13061087

5 December 2025

An excavator demolishes a structure during the eviction drive at Rupahi Bhakat Gaon in Nagaon District, Assam, India, on December 5, 2025.

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