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🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero's friend at Plus Ultra announces he will not appear in the Senate due to 'depression'

Julio Martínez Martínez, linked to the Plus Ultra case and former President Zapatero's financial manager, requests the Senate to postpone his appearance due to health issues following his involvement in a money laundering investigation.

Mar 19 • 15:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Senate summons Julio Martínez, friend of former president Zapatero and investigated by Plus Ultra, on April 9

The Spanish Senate is set to summon Julio Martínez, an associate of former President Zapatero, as part of the ongoing investigation into the Plus Ultra airline.

Mar 19 • 14:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Maduro postponed a debt of 6.1 million and forgave interest to Plus Ultra after an intervention by Zapatero's payee

Nicolás Maduro's government has deferred a 6.1 million debt for Plus Ultra and forgiven significant interests, facilitated by an intervention from Julio Martínez, a prominent figure connected to ex-Prime Minister Zapatero.

Mar 16 • 21:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

An airline lands in Argentina to offer flights to Madrid at 'very good prices'

Spanish airline Plus Ultra Líneas Aéreas will begin operating flights between Buenos Aires and Madrid starting in May 2026, increasing connectivity between the two countries.

Mar 16 • 09:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Zara McDermott says her hair has ‘never been shinier’ thanks to Olapex’s new treatment

Zara McDermott attributes her ultra-shiny hair to Olaplex’s new No. 3 PLUS Complete Repair Treatment, which retails for £32.

Mar 14 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The new airline Plus Ultra, from the rescue of 53 million euros to the judicial labyrinth involving Spanish politicians and Venezuelan capital

Plus Ultra airline, rescued with public funds, begins operations amidst investigations linking it to Spanish politicians and Venezuelan capital.

Mar 13 • 21:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much do Plus Ultra tickets to Madrid cost, the new low-cost airline that now operates in Argentina

Spanish low-cost airline Plus Ultra is launching flights from Argentina to Madrid with competitive pricing.

Mar 12 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The low-cost Plus Ultra arrives to operate the Buenos Aires-Madrid route

The Spanish airline Plus Ultra is set to launch its Buenos Aires-Madrid flights with an expected high occupancy rate.

Mar 12 • 14:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The enigmas of Plus Ultra: a secret investigation, a million-dollar rescue, Venezuela and a former Prime Minister

The article delves into the investigation involving Plus Ultra airline and the recent arrests tied to money laundering allegations, highlighting the involvement of former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The PP demands a public judicial summons for the "fixer" of Plus Ultra after not locating him through Interior

The PP demands the judicial summons of Julio Martínez Martínez, a key figure in the Plus Ultra case, after the Interior Ministry has failed to locate him.

Mar 5 • 13:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Senate forces the appearance of the Plus Ultra lobbyist who paid Zapatero after the Ministry of the Interior claims it cannot locate him

The Spanish Senate has compelled lobbyist Julio Martínez to appear for questioning, despite claims from the Ministry of the Interior that they could not locate him.

Mar 5 • 11:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government supports Zapatero after his controversial payments from the Plus Ultra lobbyist: "You caress our intelligence. We are fully with you"

The Spanish government expressed unwavering support for former President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero despite his acknowledgment of receiving 660,000 euros from a lobbyist associated with Plus Ultra Airlines.

Mar 5 • 09:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The National Court assumes the investigation of the rescue of the airline Plus Ultra

The National Court of Spain has taken over the investigation into the rescue of the airline Plus Ultra, maintaining the confidentiality of the proceedings.

Mar 3 • 09:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The National Court takes over the 'Plus Ultra' case and keeps the investigation secret

The National Court of Spain has taken over the investigation into the Plus Ultra airline's rescue and will keep it confidential.

Mar 3 • 09:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The defenses in the 'Plus Ultra case' seek to annul the investigation

The defenses in the 'Plus Ultra case' are working to annul the ongoing investigation as they await the lifting of the judicial secrecy surrounding the case.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero now justifies that most of his income from the Plus Ultra lobbyist comes from 'oral reports' for undisclosed clients

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero faced scrutiny over his financial dealings with a company connected to a controversial figure, admitting to receiving substantial income from 'oral reports' that lacked transparency.

Mar 2 • 21:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The PP considers it 'proven' that Zapatero enriched himself with the rescue of Plus Ultra and sees the day approaching when he will 'sit on the bench' of the Audiencia Nacional.

The People's Party (PP) claims that former Prime Minister Zapatero profited from the rescue of Plus Ultra and anticipates his eventual trial.

Mar 2 • 13:56 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

Zapatero, on whether he facilitated the rescue of the airline Plus Ultra: 'No, absolutely not'

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero denied any involvement in the rescue of Plus Ultra airline during a Senate investigation led by the opposition PP party.

Mar 2 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Zapatero Appears in the Senate to Explain His Business with the 'Fixer' of Plus Ultra

Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero will appear in the Senate to explain his business dealings with Julio Martínez Martínez amid a corruption investigation.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The PP calls for a tax investigation into what Zapatero earned in the 'Plus Ultra case'

The Popular Party (PP) is calling for a tax investigation into former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero's earnings linked to the Plus Ultra airline bailout.

Mar 1 • 00:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

United States proposes to block accounts of the Swiss bank at the origin of the investigation into the rescue of Plus Ultra

The United States is proposing to block the accounts of the Swiss bank MBaer, which is linked to allegations of money laundering for Venezuela, Russia, and Iran, as part of an investigation related to the rescue of the airline Plus Ultra.

Feb 28 • 07:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The investigation into Plus Ultra returns to the National Court

The investigation regarding the airline Plus Ultra has been redirected to Spain's National Court for further examination.

Feb 27 • 11:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Plus Ultra judge decides to send the case to the National Court after the case acquires a 'new dimension'

A judge in Madrid has decided to transfer the Plus Ultra case to the National Court due to its escalating complexity involving key figures linked to the government and significant financial interests.

Feb 26 • 21:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Samsung Galaxy S26 series launched in India, with savings of 20,000 possible

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series, including the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, has been launched in India, with pre-orders now open and a significant saving opportunity available.

Feb 26 • 02:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Real Author of the Reports Debunks Zapatero's Alibi for Charging 460,000 Euros

The real author of reports from the consulting firm Análisis Relevante dismantles former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero's defense for receiving €460,000 alongside his family from a lobbyist.

Feb 25 • 21:51 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 País
National & Local

The origin and partners of Análisis Relevante, the company investigated in the ‘Plus Ultra’ case for which Zapatero worked

The article explores the connections and background of Análisis Relevante, a company under investigation in relation to the Plus Ultra case involving former Prime Minister Zapatero.

Feb 25 • 04:30 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 Plus Ultra lobbyist paid 110,000 euros a year to the Zapatero family for theoretical advisory and marketing services

A lobbyist for Plus Ultra has been found to have paid the Zapatero family 110,000 euros annually for advisory services amidst ongoing investigations into corruption and financial mismanagement.

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

Julio Martínez, the businessman who arrived at Plus Ultra as a "fixer" due to his contacts in Venezuela

Julio Martínez is under judicial investigation for his role as a fixer for Plus Ultra airline, leveraging his connections with the Venezuelan government to secure a controversial financial rescue.

Feb 16 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 'reports' of Zapatero that his friend sold to companies: 'The pandemic is going to be a long crisis'

The article examines the controversial reports created by ex-Prime Minister Zapatero, which were allegedly sold by his associate to companies amid financial crises.

Feb 15 • 21:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

What Does Samsung Hide for Us at Its Upcoming Conference?

Samsung is set to unveil its Galaxy S26 family of smartphones, including the standard S26, the Plus version, and the S26 Ultra, at a Galaxy Unpacked event on February 25.

Feb 15 • 14:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Feijóo questions the commission that Plus Ultra's advisor had in a contract: 'It seems that Zapatero can give us a clue as to where they have put our money'

Alberto Núñez Feijóo questions the financial dealings surrounding former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero's contract with Plus Ultra, particularly a 1% commission linked to a government bailout.

Feb 11 • 09:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Plus Ultra hired the company of Zapatero's friend while telling Sepi it lacked 48 million in cash

The company Plus Ultra contracted a new firm connected to former Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero while claiming financial distress.

Feb 10 • 21:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The friend who paid Zapatero had a contract to collect a 1% commission from the rescue of Plus Ultra

Julio Martínez Martínez, a personal friend of former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, had a contract stipulating a 1% commission for successfully securing a government rescue of Plus Ultra airline.

Feb 10 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: Just like Brazil, Argentina celebrates the aerial feat of the Spaniard

The Spanish aviator Ramón Franco, who crossed the Atlantic Ocean in the Plus Ultra aircraft, arrived in Buenos Aires on January 10, 1926, receiving a celebratory welcome in both Brazil and Argentina.

Feb 10 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The feat of Plus Ultra, the plane that crossed the Atlantic, and the sad fate of its crew: “It was the only original that survived”

The article commemorates the centenary of the Plus Ultra's arrival in Buenos Aires, highlighting its significance in aviation history and the emotional impact on its crew's legacy.

Feb 10 • 17:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Three more airlines will resume flights to Venezuela

Three airlines, Air Europa, Plus Ultra, and LATAM, have announced they will resume flights to Venezuela following political changes in the country.

Feb 9 • 16:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Air Europa will resume flights to Venezuela on February 17 and Plus Ultra on March 3

Air Europa is set to resume flights to Venezuela from Madrid starting February 17, while Plus Ultra is expected to follow on March 3, following the lifting of previous air travel restrictions.

Feb 9 • 16:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Alert for anyone using these popular Samsung Galaxy phones, full list confirmed

Samsung has officially ended support for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra, meaning these models will no longer receive essential software updates.

Feb 9 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Diary of a Stowaway: We Landed with the Air Force in Rio de Janeiro

Captain Manuel Ángel Cuenca narrates his journey on an A400M aircraft replicating the Plus Ultra expedition to Brazil.

Feb 7 • 23:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1926: Rio de Janeiro throws a big party for the airplane that crossed the Atlantic

The people of Rio de Janeiro celebrated the crew of the Plus Ultra airplane after their transatlantic flight from Spain to Brazil with a grand reception and parade.

Feb 4 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Zapatero began charging for his 'global advice' after Sánchez's turn with Delcy and Maduro

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has started charging for his global advisory services following recent political developments involving Venezuela.

Feb 3 • 21:57 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Zapatero denies his mediating role in the rescue of Plus Ultra: 'None, zero'

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero firmly denied any mediating role in the rescue of the Venezuelan airline Plus Ultra, which was supported by the Spanish government in 2021.

Feb 3 • 18:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Zapatero denies his mediation in the rescue of Plus Ultra and dissociates it from his earnings from 'consultancies'

Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero denied any involvement in the pandemic rescue of the airline Plus Ultra during an event in Madrid, stating he had no mediation role and also addressed his income from consultancy work.

Feb 3 • 18:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Zapatero distances himself from the Plus Ultra rescue despite receiving payment from the airline's advisor: "Absolute zero"

Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has completely distanced himself from the Spanish government's 2021 rescue of Plus Ultra, asserting he had no involvement despite receiving 450,000 euros for consulting work.

Feb 3 • 18:24 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

Zapatero denies that his consultancy was related to the rescue of Plus Ultra and claims they were "in accordance with the law"

Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero denies any connection between his consultancy work and the government's rescue of Plus Ultra airline, asserting that his activities were legal.

Feb 3 • 18:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The PP labels Zapatero as a "commissioner laundering" of the Maduro regime and Albares replies: "I do not make accusations against Aznar who has appeared in Epstein's papers"

The Popular Party accuses former Prime Minister Zapatero of involvement in dubious business with the Venezuelan regime, while Albares defends himself against accusations related to Aznar.

Feb 3 • 16:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

New Focuses of the 'Plus Ultra' Case: Camilo Ibrahim Issa, the Rehabbed One from Zapatero, and the Embassy as a 'Business Center'

The article investigates links between former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and Plus Ultra, a financially troubled airline that received a government bailout, focusing on Camilo Ibrahim Issa, a key figure in the company.

Feb 2 • 21:42 UTC

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