Europe's Social Contract Frays: Housing, Cuts, Inflation Fuel Unrest

A wave of social unrest is sweeping Europe driven by housing affordability, austerity measures, and inflation, as younger generations find that education and employment no longer guarantee middle-class stability. Traditional parties and unions are failing to channel this disillusionment, signaling a potential political realignment. The scope and intensity of the unrest remain uncertain, but the breakdown of the social contract could reshape European politics.