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rte.iePope Leo XIV Meets Spanish Prime Minister at Vatican
Pope Leo XIV held a private audience with Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez at the Apostolic Palace on 27 May. The meeting occurred as preparations continue for the Pope's planned visit to Spain in June.
citizen.co.zaActivists from Gaza flotilla face police action in Spain after detention
Activists who participated in a Gaza-bound flotilla were detained by Israeli authorities and later encountered police in Bilbao. Some faced physical intervention after confrontations at the airport.
forbes.comMango clothing chain founder's son denies murder charge
Jonathan Andic, son of Mango founder Isak Andic, has denied accusations that he killed his father during a December 2024 hike. He announced his resignation as vice president of the company's board to focus on his legal defense.
Washington ExaminerSpain’s National Court Investigates Former Prime Minister Zapatero Over Airline Bailout
Spain’s National Court placed former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero under investigation last week for alleged influence peddling and money laundering tied to a $61.5 million airline bailout. The probe also examines alleged connections to Venezuelan state funds and of…
swissinfo.chThousands Rally in Madrid Against Rising Housing Costs
Thousands gathered in central Madrid on Sunday to protest housing costs that have risen sharply in recent years. The demonstration highlighted pressure on renters and first-time buyers in major cities.
theolivepress.esTens of Thousands March in Madrid Against Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez
Demonstrators organized by Spain's far-right VOX party called for the resignation of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. Attendance estimates ranged from 40,000 to 80,000 people.
EuronewsSpain Youth Housing Costs Reach 98.7 Percent of Average Salary
A new report shows young workers in Spain must spend nearly all of their monthly income to rent a solo apartment. The youth emancipation rate fell to a record low of 14.5 percent in 2025.
New York PostU.S. Justice Department Indicts Former Spanish Prime Minister and Cuban Leader
Federal prosecutors filed charges against former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and Cuban leader Raúl Castro in separate cases. The actions target alleged financial ties to Venezuela and a 1996 incident over international waters.
nypost.comConstruction Workers Find 2,000-Year-Old Roman Bust on Spanish Beach
Workers on a beach regeneration project in Alicante uncovered a well-preserved marble bust believed to date from the first or second century. The discovery has paused plans to reopen the beach to tourists while archaeologists examine the site.
forbes.comSon of Mango Founder Arrested in Death Investigation
Spanish police arrested the son of Mango founder Isak Andic this week as a suspect in his father's death. A judge cited evidence that the 2024 hiking fall was not accidental.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSpanish Police Investigate Death of Mango Founder During Hike
Police in Spain are investigating the December death of Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic. The probe focuses on his eldest son Jonathan, who was the only person present at the time.
forbes.comSpanish Police Arrest Son of Mango Founder Over 2024 Hiking Death
Catalan police arrested Jonathan Andic on Tuesday in connection with the December 2024 death of his father, Mango founder Isak Andic. The 71-year-old died after falling into a ravine while hiking with his son in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona.
gamereactor.euFormer Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero Placed Under Investigation for Corruption
A Spanish judge has opened a formal investigation into former Prime Minister Zapatero over alleged money laundering and influence peddling. The probe centers on a €53 million public bailout provided to airline Plus Ultra.
EuronewsSpanish Court Places Former Prime Minister Under Investigation
A Spanish court has placed former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero under investigation for alleged influence peddling. The case involves a 2021 public loan to a Venezuela-linked airline.
westernjournal.comMadrid Court Orders Spanish Tax Agency to Pay Shakira Over €55 Million
A Madrid court ruled that Spain's tax authority wrongly fined Shakira for 2011 taxes. The decision requires repayment of fines plus interest and costs.
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france24.comSpain’s People’s Party Wins Andalucían Election but Loses Absolute Majority
Spain’s conservative People’s Party won Sunday’s regional election in Andalucía but fell short of an absolute majority. The outcome leaves the party dependent on support or abstention from the Vox party to form a government.
news.sky.comBritish Hiker Found Dead in Spanish National Park After 48-Hour Search
A 61-year-old British man was reported missing Thursday while hiking in Spain's Picos de Europa National Park. Emergency teams searched for two days before locating his body in a canal.
al-monitor.comAndalucía Holds Regional Election as Conservatives Seek Majority
Voters in Spain’s most populous region cast ballots on Sunday in an election expected to give the conservative People’s Party an absolute majority. The outcome will serve as an indicator ahead of next year’s national vote.
pinknews.co.ukSpain Withdraws From 2026 Eurovision Song Contest
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez released an official video on Friday announcing Spain's withdrawal from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna. The decision follows the European Broadcasting Union's approval of Israel's participation in the event. Sánchez accused Israel…
theolivepress.esUS-German Couple Sentenced to Nearly Three Years in Spain for Isolating Children at Home After Developing Pandemic-Related Fear of Outside World
A couple with dual German and American citizenship received prison terms Monday for keeping their three children locked indoors for three-and-a-half years in inadequate conditions near Oviedo, Spain. The parents were convicted of family abandonment and causing psychological harm…
riotimesonline.comSpain Permits MV Hondius Cruise Passengers to Disembark in Tenerife
Spanish authorities overruled local leaders in Tenerife to permit passengers from the MV Hondius cruise ship to disembark. The decision comes as the Canary Island, which depends on tourism, braces for the arrivals. NBC News reported from Medano on the tensions between national po…
The GuardianMV Hondius to Dock at Granadilla Port in Tenerife Within Three Days
The MV Hondius will reach Granadilla on Tenerife within three days after three passenger deaths and at least five suspected cases. Spain's health minister announced the arrival on Wednesday even as the Canary Islands leader cited public safety risks. Three seriously ill people wi…
catholicnewsagency.comPope Addresses Spanish Legislature in Rare Appearance
A pope addressed a foreign legislature in Spain, an event that occurs only on rare occasions. The address took place as part of a visit that included Barcelona. The appearance marks one of the infrequent times a pontiff has spoken directly to a national parliament outside the Vat…
deccanchronicle.comSpanish Police Seize Up to 40 Tons of Cocaine from Ship in Atlantic Ocean
Spanish authorities intercepted a vessel off the Canary Islands, seizing between 35 and 40 tons of cocaine and arresting around 20 people. The haul is described as one of the largest nationally and internationally. The operation adds to recent drug seizures in Spain, a key entry…
Japan TimesSpain's Largest Nuclear Plant Set for 2028 Closure Under National Phase-Out Plan
The Almaraz nuclear power plant in western Spain, contributing 7% of the country's electricity, is scheduled to shut down in 2028. This aligns with the government's plan to phase out all nuclear reactors by 2035. Recent events, including a nationwide blackout last year and fuel d…
France 24Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Flotilla, Detains Two Activists
Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound flotilla in international waters, detaining two activists for questioning on suspected Hamas links. Spain demanded the immediate release of its national, citing illegal detention. The activists reported beatings and began a hunger strike in…
citizen.co.zaOne-Third of Spain's Children Face Poverty Despite Economic Outperformance
Around a third of children in Spain are at risk of poverty and social exclusion, according to recent data, even as the country's economy outperforms other major EU peers. Government efforts to address this include a proposed universal childcare benefit. Volunteers and nonprofits…
news.sky.comSpain Begins Mass Regularization Process for Undocumented Migrants
Spain has initiated a mass regularization scheme for undocumented migrants, prompting them to gather necessary paperwork. The program is expected to benefit around 500,000 people. The initiative is part of the government's efforts to address undocumented migration.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSpain Advances Renewable Energy Shift One Year After Major Blackout
One year after a widespread blackout affected Spain and parts of Portugal on April 28, 2025, investigations attributed the event to voltage-related governance failures rather than renewable energy sources. Spain increased solar capacity additions in 2025 and has integrated renewa…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSpanish Painter Nieves González Rises to Fame via Lily Allen Album Cover
Nieves González, a 29-year-old artist from Andalusia, gained widespread recognition after painting the cover for Lily Allen's album 'West End Girl.' The album's success led to millions of views of the artwork on various platforms. González's style blends Baroque elements with mod…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSlingshot Ride Snaps Mid-Air at Spanish Fair, Causing Minor Injuries
A slingshot ride at a fair in Spain malfunctioned and snapped during operation, sending the ride flying through the air. Two adults and two children were inside the ride at the time. All occupants sustained only minor injuries.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSpain Introduces Procedure to Regularize Status of Hundreds of Thousands of Undocumented Residents
Spain's government has initiated an immigration procedure aimed at legalizing the status of hundreds of thousands of unauthorized foreigners. These individuals are living and working in the southern European nation without proper authorization. The move could address long-standin…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewGreenpeace Deploys Banner in Madrid Depicting Trump Vomiting Oil
Environmental group Greenpeace installed a large banner in Madrid's Plaza de Colón showing Trump vomiting oil. The banner targets Spain's PM Sánchez with a message to choose renewables over supporting petrostates. Brent crude oil prices are currently at $105 per barrel.
rt.comPentagon Email Discusses Measures Against Reluctant NATO Allies on Iran Support
An internal Pentagon email proposes punishing NATO allies, including suspending Spain and reviewing U.S. stance on the Falkland Islands, due to insufficient support in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. The options aim to address allies' reluctance on access, basing and overflight r…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Reviews Position on UK's Falkland Islands Claim
An internal Pentagon email outlines options to address NATO allies' reluctance to support US operations in the war with Iran, including potential suspension of Spain from the alliance and a re-evaluation of US support for Britain's claim to the Falkland Islands. The proposals ste…
U.S. Department of State from United States / Wikimedia (Public domain)Mexican President Meets Spanish Leader in Barcelona After Summit
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum met with Spain's Pedro Sanchez in Barcelona following a summit of progressive leaders. The meeting occurred during the first visit by a Mexican president to Spain in eight years. It follows strained relations under Mexico's previous administrat…
Defense NewsIndra Agrees to Integrate Systems for Spanish Amphibious Vehicles Based on U.S. Model
Spanish defense firm Indra has signed a deal to integrate systems on amphibious vehicles for Spain, based on the model used by the U.S. Marines. The agreement involves collaboration with Italy's IDV, which holds the design authority and supplies core components. Indra will handle…