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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ofelia and the Patriots

The article discusses the controversies surrounding Spanish influencer Ofelia Hentschel, particularly her recent vacation in Dubai and her problematic statements regarding the involvement of the U.S. in Spain's affairs.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The black swan of Pedro Sánchez

Pedro Sánchez's relationship with the United States is strengthening, which he aims to leverage in the upcoming Spanish elections by positioning himself as a leader of the left.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Castilla and León, the most impregnable bastion of the right

The article discusses the enduring dominance of the Popular Party (PP) in the region of Castilla y León, tracing its power back to 1987 when José María Aznar first became president.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Everyone with Sanchez, the left conquered by another Spaniard

The article discusses the fascination of the Italian left with Spanish political leaders and their influence, particularly highlighting Pedro Sánchez.

Mar 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The more patriotic, the more submissive to Trump

The article critiques how Spanish nationalism often serves U.S. interests, suggesting that those who display the most patriotism are paradoxically more willing to compromise their nation's integrity.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Autonomous Copy-Paste of Vox's Programs, the Party that Does Not Believe in Autonomies

Vox aims to secure 20% of the vote in the upcoming regional elections in Castilla y León, despite advocating for the abolition of autonomous communities.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Spanish military hopes to save two key dates with the United States: "Defense must be above politics"

Spain's military is trying to navigate a tense diplomatic standoff with the U.S. under Trump, particularly regarding the use of military bases for potential strikes against Iran.

Mar 3 • 21:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Journalist Fernando Ónega dies at 78

Fernando Ónega, a prominent Spanish political journalist, has passed away at the age of 78.

Mar 3 • 18:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sumar proposes in the Government to recover the gas cap and anti-eviction measures due to the conflict in Iran

The Sumar party urges the Spanish government to restore the gas price cap and anti-eviction measures in light of the escalating conflict in Iran and its effects on energy prices.

Mar 3 • 16:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero calls the accusation of giving a tip to Julio Martínez 'perverse and shameful'

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero vehemently denies any wrongdoing regarding a 53 million euro bailout and defends his consulting role.

Mar 2 • 09:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Gaspar Llamazares: "If the approach is once again that there is a brave left and a cowardly left, we have no solution"

Former leader of IU, Gaspar Llamazares, expresses regret over Yolanda Díaz's withdrawal and suggests that Rufián could be a presidential candidate.

Mar 2 • 05:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

To the right of Spanish cinema

The article discusses the right-wing perception and criticisms of Spanish cinema, focusing on the limited views held by that demographic.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero personally designed the company for his payer 25 days after the Sánchez-Iglesias pact to govern for four years

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero was directly involved in the creation of Análisis Relevante, a controversial company, a short time after the political agreement for governance between Pedro Sánchez and Pablo Iglesias.

Mar 1 • 21:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Most Extremadurans Blame Vox for the Blockage in Forming a Government with Guardiola

A majority of people in Extremadura attribute the delay in forming a government with María Guardiola to the far-right party Vox, as per a survey.

Mar 1 • 01:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Bustinduy fills the void left by Díaz and starts coordinating the ministries of Sumar

Following Yolanda Díaz's exit from the political scene, Bustinduy has taken over the coordination of Sumar's ministries, marking a new phase in the coalition government.

Feb 28 • 23:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Susan Sarandon at the Goya Awards: "The moral clarity of your president and artists helps me feel less alone"

Susan Sarandon, while receiving the Goya International Award in Barcelona, expressed her admiration for Spanish artists and the country's president, reflecting on the moral clarity she perceives in their work amidst global violence and cruelty.

Feb 28 • 22:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Feijóo, to Vox: 'We will not accept lessons from those who have never governed and who, when they governed, left'

Alberto Núñez Feijóo, president of the PP, defends his party's long-standing control of Castilla y León while criticizing Vox for their political failures and calling for a focus on effective governance.

Feb 28 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Abascal shoots himself in the foot in Murcia

Political tensions within Vox escalate as José Ángel Antelo faces pressure to resign from his position in Murcia amidst shifting party dynamics.

Feb 27 • 15:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Return of the Emeritus, a State Matter That Primarily Depends on Felipe VI

The return of former King Juan Carlos is a sensitive issue in Spanish politics that hinges largely on the decision-making of his son, King Felipe VI.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Spanish President Pedro Sánchez denies rumors about his health and attacks the opposition.

Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish president, has denied rumors about his health, affirming he does not suffer from any cardiovascular disease and labeling the speculation as attempts to destabilize his government.

Feb 26 • 18:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Spanish Prime Minister Dismisses Right-Wing Troll Rumors That He Is Dying of Heart Disease

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has publicly rejected rumors spread by right-wing accounts that he is suffering from a life-threatening heart condition.

Feb 26 • 17:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'The government is here to stay': Pedro Sánchez asserts he does not suffer from cardiovascular disease

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez denied reports of suffering from a cardiovascular disease, calling them fake news propagated by right-wing opponents.

Feb 26 • 11:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

David Sánchez refuses to inform the Audiencia of Badajoz of his address and will personally collect notifications at the judicial headquarters

David Sánchez Pérez-Castejón, brother of the Spanish Prime Minister, continues to refuse to disclose his current address for legal proceedings regarding his alleged involvement in corruption.

Feb 26 • 11:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Breaking news of political developments, live | Feijóo calls for the return of the emeritus King to Spain after declassification of 23-F documents

Political leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo calls for the return of Spain's emeritus King following the declassification of documents related to the failed coup attempt on February 23, 1981.

Feb 26 • 10:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Seven graphs to understand occupations and evictions in Spain

The Spanish Congress is set to vote on an anti-eviction moratorium amidst political opposition, highlighting rising concerns about property occupations and evictions in the country.

Feb 26 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Can Sumar survive Yolanda Díaz?

The Spanish left of PSOE embarks on a re-founding period in search of a new leader.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The resignation of Yolanda Díaz accelerates the debate on leadership in the left: what now?

Yolanda Díaz's resignation has sparked an urgent discussion about leadership succession within Spain's left-wing political space with no clear successor in sight.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Yolanda Díaz, the Refounder of the Left Who Aspired to the Heights but Reality Dimmed Her Star

Yolanda Díaz resigns from leading the new left coalition in Spain, stating she will not be a candidate in 2027 due to internal pressures.

Feb 25 • 20:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The alleged murderer of a pro-Russian Ukrainian politician shot dead in Madrid last year was arrested in Germany

An individual suspected of killing pro-Russian Ukrainian politician Andri Portnov in Madrid last year has been arrested in Germany, according to Spanish police.

Feb 25 • 17:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Spanish Singer: Julio Iglesias Threatens to Sue the Spanish Labor Minister

Julio Iglesias is threatening legal action against Spain's labor minister Yolanda Díaz following allegations of abuse made by two women.

Feb 25 • 15:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The president of Plus Ultra states that he had no "doubt" he could apply for the rescue, but denies "favors and undue interference"

The president of Plus Ultra, Julio Martínez Sola, testified before the Spanish Senate, asserting that he had no doubt his airline could qualify for state aid, while denying any improper influence in the process.

Feb 25 • 11:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Yolanda Díaz resigns from leading the new alternative left coalition: 'I will not be a candidate in 2027'

Yolanda Díaz has announced her decision not to run as a candidate in the upcoming elections, prompting the left coalition to seek new leadership ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 25 • 11:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Felipe González defends the actions of Juan Carlos I on 23-F: "It was decisive, apart from exemplary," and calls for full declassification of documents

Former Spanish Prime Minister Felipe González advocates for complete declassification of documents related to Juan Carlos I's actions during the 23-F coup attempt, emphasizing their importance in understanding the political context.

Feb 25 • 10:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sánchez and Feijóo clash in the control session over the declassification of the documents from 23-F

In a heated parliamentary session, Spanish leaders Sánchez and Feijóo exchanged accusations regarding government transparency and the declassification of historical documents.

Feb 25 • 08:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Another woman accuses Íñigo Errejón of an alleged rape committed in 2021

A new accusation against Spanish politician Íñigo Errejón has surfaced, involving a sexual assault allegation from 2021.

Feb 25 • 06:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 70-year-old Spanish prisoner that chavismo refuses to release while Albares pushes to lift sanctions on Delcy

A 70-year-old Spanish businessman is imprisoned in Venezuela under chavismo despite a recent amnesty law, raising concerns about human rights and diplomatic relations.

Feb 25 • 01:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Anatomy of a Disagreement: Robles clashed with Moncloa over the 23-F documents and upset Bolaños and Marlaska

The Spanish government faces internal divisions as the unsealing of documents related to the 23-F coup d'état produces differing opinions among coalition partners.

Feb 24 • 21:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

PP, Vox, and Junts prevent the processing of Díaz's initiative to ban layoffs in companies relocating outside the EU

A right-wing majority in the Spanish Congress has blocked a proposal aimed at banning layoffs for companies relocating outside the European Union.

Feb 24 • 19:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Government, partners, and opposition consider the split decree against evictions defeated and blame each other

The Spanish government's decree aimed at preventing evictions has been deemed defeated by both allies and opposition, with Junts confirming their opposition to the measures.

Feb 24 • 18:59 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Suspicion in Spain – former Prime Minister worked for Venezuela

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and his daughters are suspected of receiving significant sums from Venezuela's previous government amid his diplomatic efforts between the Maduro regime and its critics.

Feb 24 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government appeals to the Constitutional Court regarding cuts to LGTBI+ regulations in the Valencian Community

The Spanish Government is challenging the Constitutional Court's changes to LGTBI+ regulations introduced by the PP and Vox in the Valencian Community.

Feb 24 • 13:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Abascal Revolts Against Feijóo, Accusing Him of Treating Him Like a Wild Man to 'Domesticate'

Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, has expressed his discontent with Alberto Núñez Feijóo's approach towards negotiating support from his party.

Feb 24 • 10:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Senate postpones the testimony of Zapatero's payer as Marlaska states they cannot locate him

The Spanish Senate has postponed the testimony of Julio Martínez, who has been paying former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, due to claims that he could not be located.

Feb 24 • 10:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The conga of the pocholos

An analysis of political aspirations and the inevitability of failure within the context of Spanish institutional careers.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Slow Gestation of the Far Right

The rise of Vox in Spain reflects a resurgence of outdated Spanish nationalism rather than solely economic factors.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ortega Smith takes his clash with Abascal to the Plenary of the Madrid City Council

Javier Ortega Smith, the spokesperson for Vox in the Madrid City Council, confronts the party leader, Santiago Abascal, after being suspended from membership amid a power struggle.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Moncloa Opens the Valve of 23-F Amid Strategy to Stir Fear of Vox

The Spanish government is declassifying documents related to the 1981 failed coup attempt, reflecting on historical threats to democracy in the context of contemporary political tensions.

Feb 24 • 01:43 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero and his payer traveled together to Venezuela on planes from Maduro's regime

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero frequently traveled to Venezuela, accompanied by businessman Julio Martínez, on flights chartered by the Venezuelan government.

Feb 23 • 21:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The measures that the PP proposes to Vox: 'Rejection of climate policies that destroy jobs,' condemnation of 'all' violence, maximum tax cuts and reducing 'subsidies'

The PP outlines key proposals for collaboration with Vox, prioritizing significant tax reductions and a rejection of certain climate policies.

Feb 23 • 19:12 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Vox strengthens by allying with two centers in Trump's orbit: "We have a common enemy"

The Spanish far-right party Vox is forging alliances with American conservative movements aligned with Donald Trump in order to advance their political objectives in Europe.

Feb 23 • 14:37 UTC

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