Angry Crowds boo and throw eggs at Spanish King and Queen

During a visit to flood-affected Valencia, King Felipe and Queen Letizia were confronted by angry residents who booed and threw eggs, expressing their outrage over the government's handling of a disaster that has claimed over 200 lives. The royal couple, accompanied by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and regional governor Carlos Mazon, visited the town of Paiporta, where they faced chants of “murderer” from locals blaming authorities for their slow response to the crisis.

As the crowd surged, security personnel struggled to shield the royals from the barrage of projectiles. Amidst the chaos, King Felipe calmly lowered his umbrella to listen to residents, while Queen Letizia appeared visibly shaken, holding her head in her hands. The royal family later shared footage on social media, showing moments of compassion where the king embraced distraught individuals seeking solace.

This public dissent is unusual for Felipe, who generally enjoys a favorable reputation following his ascension to the throne after his father's abdication. However, the fury was primarily directed at Sanchez and Mazon, who departed early from the visit, raising further anger among the crowd.

In response to the escalating crisis, Sanchez ordered an additional 5,000 troops to assist in rescue and recovery efforts, describing the flooding as the “worst natural disaster” in Spain's history. The delayed response has been attributed to political complications between the federal and regional governments, which hindered timely access to emergency funds.

As rain continues to threaten the region, officials have urged residents to take shelter amid ongoing weather alerts, while the death toll from the floods is expected to rise.