Jaime Mayor Oreja, a former Interior Minister of Spain, is set to launch his new book titled 'Una verdad incómoda. Testimonio de una época: contra el silencio y la mentira' on the anniversary of the 11-M terrorist attacks. In the book, Oreja revisits his political career and hints at a conspiracy theory suggesting that ETA, the Basque separatist group, had prior knowledge of the attacks. He implies that there may be connections to a French 'deep state,' which he describes as a network of unofficial intelligence services intertwined with Freemasonry.

Oreja's assertions revive long-standing debates about the implications of the 11-M bombings that killed 191 people in 2004 and were initially attributed to jihadist groups. His theories, presented in conjunction with former Prime Minister José María Aznar, do not directly accuse any individuals but instead offer a narrative that questions the established understanding of the attacks. This kind of rhetoric is not new in Spanish politics, as conspiracy theories often resurface, especially around significant anniversaries.

As the 22nd anniversary of the attacks approaches, Oreja's book and subsequent discussions will likely reignite public interest and scrutiny regarding the events surrounding 11-M. Given the political context, this could further polarize opinions in Spain regarding terrorism, national security, and historical interpretation, prompting calls for transparency and accountability while also evoking skepticism about unverified claims.