The Partido Popular is calling for early elections amid mounting unrest in Ceuta, criticizing the government's handling of the migrant influx and rising social tensions as security incidents and political clashes intensify the crisis.
Catalonia has reduced rabbit numbers in Lleida by 68% in one year. Nighttime hunts using thermal imaging and off-road vehicles targeted high-density areas. The region remains on alert as authorities continue intensive measures.
Ceuta remains far from normal after a massive influx of migrants. Minister Félix Bolaños says the government had no advance information about the scale of the arrival, as political tensions rise and resources are deployed to restore order.
Spain’s regions have backed €25 million in emergency aid for Ceuta. But, sharp disagreements persist over relocating unaccompanied migrant minors. The government faces resistance from basic autonomous communities.
Fourteen autonomous communities have agreed to send €25 million to Ceuta for unaccompanied migrant minors. Several PP-led regions supported the move but called the funding insufficient. The measure follows a surge in arrivals after July 30.
Madrid’s government is launching 40 new public-private care homes on free municipal land. Operators can earn revenue from external users and private services. The plan faces criticism for expanding private business on public assets.
Spain’s health minister addressed Parliament after 80,000 migrants entered Ceuta. Medical staff report heavy strain, but authorities deny a collapse. Emergency vaccination and solidarity measures are now underway.
Ceuta’s authorities and the central government remain at odds over where to house thousands of migrants. The refusal to use sports halls has stalled identification and returns, while local protests and political pressure are mounting.
Interior Minister Marlaska and Defence Minister Robles face renewed conflict after the Ceuta migration surge. Disagreements over intelligence warnings and Morocco’s role have deepened the rift, as the government struggles to contain internal divisions.
A dispute between Interior and Defence over CNI intelligence on Ceuta has exposed divisions in the Spanish government. PSOE now argues that both ministers' accounts may be valid. The crisis highlights gaps in anticipating and responding to emergencies.
Congress has opened three new serious disciplinary cases against Vito Quiles. The journalist could permanently lose his press accreditation. The files cite repeated disruptions and unauthorized recordings inside the chamber.
Pedro Sánchez has resumed his private holiday in Andorra just days after government action on the Ceuta migration crisis. The timing of his absence has sparked debate over leadership and priorities.
The Nerva industrial landfill in Huelva will continue operating under a new permit, but authorities have not set a closure date. The decision has drawn criticism from local residents and environmental groups, leaving the site’s future unresolved.
Spain has introduced new rules for lobbying groups, including fines of up to €40,000 and bans from official registers. The decree targets transparency and accountability in dealings with public officials, with basic changes affecting both lobbying groups and former senior officials.
Junts has submitted a new bill to transfer immigration powers to Catalonia. The move comes as Spain faces a humanitarian crisis in Ceuta and rising pressure from far-right parties. The debate could reshape migration policy.
A mother and her minor daughter died in Tarragona after a wall collapsed during a severe storm. The incident has raised questions about emergency alert protocols, while authorities defend their response as a collective decision based on technical criteria.
Talks are underway to change the long-abandoned Mirapolis park outside Paris into a Dragon Ball-themed attraction. No deal has been signed, but the project could bring new life to the site that once aimed to rival Disneyland. Questions remain about funding and local effects, including the future of current residents.
Ceuta is experiencing growing unrest as protests erupt over the handling of the migrant crisis. The arrival of Minister Ángel Víctor Torres has intensified local frustration. Police and aid workers face daily challenges.
Ceuta faces renewed pressure as migrant arrivals force a rapid expansion of temporary shelters. Ministers clash over intelligence warnings, while Parliament prepares to debate the government’s response.
A sharp dispute erupted in Madrid over whether Spain’s government received timely intelligence before the July 30 Ceuta migrant influx. Contradictory statements from Interior and Defence highlight gaps in the crisis response.
Ceuta faces a sharp rise in asylum requests from Sahel migrants. Emergency camps now house more than a thousand people. Authorities are accelerating triage and interviews, but many remain in limbo.
Ceuta’s recent migrant crisis has led to an unprecedented spike in racist and xenophobic hate speech on social media. Government monitoring shows that daily hate messages more than doubled, raising concerns about digital and street-level tensions.
Defence Minister Margarita Robles publicly acknowledged errors and delays in the government’s handling of the Ceuta border crisis. Her session in Congress left basic questions unanswered and prompted calls for her resignation.
Spain’s government has set aside €2.559 billion for student grants in the 2026-2027 academic year. While the basic general scholarship window has closed, families can still apply for support for students with special educational needs until September. Here’s what families need to know about eligibility and deadlines for available aid.
A mother and daughter injured when a wall collapsed in Roda de Berà remain in critical condition. The local council mistakenly reported that they had been taken off life support. The storm caused major damage across the Costa Dorada.
Fernando Grande-Marlaska denies that the CNI warned of a mass migrant entry in Ceuta. His statement challenges Margarita Robles, while the government faces renewed scrutiny over its crisis response.
The Spanish government has approved a decree creating a mandatory public register for lobbying groups after months of stalled negotiations in Congress. The measure aims to increase transparency in state administration.
The European Commission is moving quickly to assess Spain’s request for emergency EU funds amid ongoing migration pressure in Ceuta. Brussels has stressed the urgency of the process and the need for bilateral cooperation with Morocco.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso’s attempt to end the penthouse controversy with a catchphrase has drawn fresh criticism. The opposition sees her words as a campaign slogan, while the unresolved property deal keeps pressure on Madrid’s government.
King Mohamed VI led a religious event in Rabat where Morocco’s claim to Ceuta and Melilla was referenced. The move comes as migration pressures rise and legislative elections approach. Political silence and government divisions add to the tension.
Spain’s government has established a single command to manage Ceuta’s migration crisis. Ángel Víctor Torres will lead the response. An economic recovery plan is also in preparation.
Madrid’s regional government says it has explained the secretive €6.3 million penthouse purchase. Basic questions remain unanswered, fueling political tension and criticism from within the PP.
A sudden hailstorm in Tarragona left dozens injured and caused major disruptions. Local mayors say they were not warned in time, while Civil Protection defends its alert policy, citing forecast thresholds.
Defence Minister Margarita Robles will address Congress on the military’s role during Ceuta’s migration crisis and reaffirm the Spanish status of Ceuta and Melilla. The government faces criticism over its handling of the crisis.
The Supreme Court has denied the PP’s urgent request to compel the government to explain its handling of the Ceuta crisis immediately. The decision reflects judicial caution amid continuing political conflict, while basic questions remain unresolved.
