The Popular Party (PP) in Spain has set a date for former President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero to testify before the Senate's commission investigating the Koldo case. This appearance is scheduled for March 2, just days before the elections in Castilla y León on March 15, intensifying the political climate during this campaign period. The PP's spokesperson in the Senate, Alicia García, has accused Zapatero of having corruption suspicions relating to his past governance, thus framing his upcoming testimony as both legally necessary and politically charged during this electoral phase.

García has emphasized that during his testimony, Zapatero will be legally obliged to tell the truth regarding several allegations. These include raised concerns about possible corrupt practices related to the rescue of the Plus Ultra airline and potential favoritism shown towards the Maduro regime in Venezuela. The implications of his testimony could resonate widely, especially given the current political context and the accusations surrounding the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.

This summoning comes amid a backdrop of increasing political tension, with the PP leveraging the moment to criticize both Zapatero and the current government, suggesting that the PSOE could also be implicated in any wrongdoing. The timing is notable as it is strategically positioned right before the Castilla y León elections, making it apparent that the PP aims to maximize the impact of this commission's proceedings on their electoral strategy.