Hidden Airport Hallway: A Haven for the Homeless in Madrid

Madrid Airport: A Hidden Hallway Becomes Home to Dozens of Homeless Individuals Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Terminal 4, is facing an unexpected humanitarian crisis. A previously unknown corridor has become an impromptu shelter for numerous homeless individuals. According to Telemadrid's report, one man interviewed has resided in this area for three months. The video shows the men sleeping in the hallway and the reporter interviewing them. "Hay que buscar mucho dónde dormir porque se llena mucho," stated one man, highlighting the scarcity of safe sleeping options and the overcrowding in this hidden area of the airport. Another interviewee, a Lithuanian national named Elidius, spoke of his year and three months spent at the airport, highlighting the lack of work and resources available to him. The report also notes that airport security eventually clears the hallway in the early morning hours. However, the video raises concerns about the lack of adequate resources for the homeless population in Madrid and the challenges they face in finding safe and secure accommodation. The situation underscores the need for more comprehensive support systems for vulnerable individuals in the city.