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Sánchez puts housing decrees to a crucial congressional vote
Pedro Sánchez expects Congress to back two housing decrees on Friday. The measures target evictions, speculative purchases and rental insecurity, but the Partido Popular plans to vote against them and the government lacks a guaranteed majority.
Almodóvar and Cercas receive France's highest cultural honour
At Casa Velázquez in Madrid, Emmanuel Macron honoured Pedro Almodóvar as an officer of the Legion of Honour and Javier Cercas as an officer of the Order of Arts and Letters. His speech tied their work to Spain's democratic story and Europe's shared culture.
Spain and France back a possible UK return to the EU
Pedro Sánchez and Emmanuel Macron have welcomed the idea of Britain returning to the EU. Andy Burnham says his government will examine every long-term option, from the current relationship to full membership.
Rental housing faces sharp slowdown as new decrees trigger selloff fears
Spain’s leading property developers predict a wave of rental homes will be sold off instead of leased after the government’s latest housing decrees. Industry leaders argue the new rules will shrink rental supply and stall affordable housing projects.
Senate Block on Barcelona Treaty Sparks Diplomatic Rift
Spain’s Partido Popular has blocked the Barcelona Treaty in the Senate, undermining a key Franco-Spanish agreement and casting a shadow over President Macron’s state visit. The move leaves Spain’s diplomatic standing weakened and exposes deep divisions in national politics.
Senate blocks Spain France friendship treaty during Macron visit
A 142-106 Senate vote has stopped Spain from ratifying its friendship treaty with France. The defeat came during Emmanuel Macron's two-day state visit to Madrid.
PP blocks Spain France friendship treaty in the Senate
Spain's Senate rejected the treaty by 142 votes to 106, with one abstention, as Emmanuel Macron began his state visit to Madrid. The decision blocks ratification despite the Constitutional Court's approval.
Spanish Economic Boom Leaves Millions Behind
Spain’s economy has surged since 2013, but the benefits have bypassed much of the population. Despite record employment and rising profits, stagnant wages and persistent poverty reveal a widening gap between headline growth and everyday reality.
Maricarmen Abascal forces a political reckoning on housing policy
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal has triggered a rare moment of unity among Spain's divided ruling parties. Her case has become the catalyst for urgent negotiations on a sweeping housing decree aimed at preventing further evictions.
Madrid protest opens a path for Sánchez's housing decree
The Government sees its best chance in two years. Sánchez is seeking parliamentary support for a housing decree after the Madrid protest over Maricarmen Abascal's eviction.
Óscar López pushes for super Sunday election showdown in Madrid
Óscar López is urging Pedro Sánchez to synchronize Spain’s general, regional, and municipal elections in Madrid on a single day. The plan aims to boost left-wing turnout but faces resistance from key PSOE figures worried about backlash against Sánchez.
Pedro Sánchez links Tuesday housing decree to Maricarmen case
Police evicted Maricarmen from her Madrid home on 23 September 2026 after she had lived there for more than 70 years. Pedro Sánchez now says the Government will seek approval for a housing decree on Tuesday.
Sánchez races to shield tenants after Maricarmen eviction
Pedro Sánchez has promised an emergency housing decree after Maricarmen's eviction. Protesters remain in Madrid's Puerta del Sol, while Junts holds a key position in Congress.
Pedro Sánchez kicks off PSOE’s 2027 campaign in Getafe
Pedro Sánchez picked Getafe to launch the PSOE’s candidates for the 2027 municipal and regional elections. The event aims to fire up supporters and set the pace for Madrid’s next political cycle.
Judge Juan Carlos Peinado retires after sending Begoña Gómez to trial
Juan Carlos Peinado steps down at 72, just days after ordering Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain’s prime minister, to face a jury for alleged influence peddling and embezzlement. His retirement closes a turbulent chapter in Spanish judicial history.
Maricarmen asks Sánchez to dismantle the system behind her eviction
After being evicted from her Madrid home, Maricarmen Abascal is asking Pedro Sánchez to take the case to the Council of Ministers. She wants a decree that would change the rules behind her eviction.
Madrid protest over Ceuta crisis turns into election demand
A Madrid protest called for early elections and Pedro Sánchez's resignation over the Ceuta crisis. Police stopped a group moving towards La Moncloa, while a laSexta Xplica crew was attacked during the march.
Maricarmen Abascal demands action after Madrid eviction
Maricarmen Abascal has asked Pedro Sánchez to change Spain's eviction system after leaving her Madrid home of 71 years. From her hospital bed, she is calling for a new housing decree.
Ceuta troops ordered to hide names as threats escalate
Spanish Defence has told soldiers in Ceuta to strip names from uniforms to protect their identities as threats and violence rise. Troops say they feel exposed and under-equipped while attacks grow and official support stays minimal.
Madrid protest exposes rift between PP and Vox over Sánchez accusations
A mass demonstration in central Madrid saw thousands demand early elections and an investigation into Pedro Sánchez for alleged betrayal. The event, intended as a show of unity, instead highlighted deep divisions between PP and Vox over how far to escalate their opposition.
Madrid march targets Sánchez over Ceuta and Melilla
Sociedad Civil Española will march through Madrid on Saturday, 26 September 2026. The group is calling for early elections and accusing Pedro Sánchez of betraying Spain over Ceuta and Melilla.
Junts pushes for urgent tax breaks as housing protests shake Spain
Spain’s government is racing to secure Junts’ support for a new antieviction decree after the forced removal of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal triggered nationwide protests. Junts demands sweeping tax relief on rent and home purchases as a condition for backing the plan.
Iván Redondo breaks silence on power politics and Moncloa exit
Iván Redondo, once the strategic mind behind Spain’s prime minister, faces tough questions on TVE’s 'Plano General'. He discusses corruption, his relationship with Pedro Sánchez, and the health crisis that forced his departure from Moncloa.
Ester Muñoz acusa al Gobierno de Sánchez de eludir toda responsabilidad
Ester Muñoz cuestiona la gestión de Pedro Sánchez en vivienda y Ceuta. También critica sus mensajes sobre Marruecos, las joyas de Zapatero y la falta de responsabilidades políticas.
Sánchez draws a line between Ábalos and family investigations
Pedro Sánchez separates the Ábalos case from investigations involving his wife and brother. At Harvard, he blamed the right and far right for a campaign against his government.
Pedro Sánchez under fire after admitting Morocco border failure
Pedro Sánchez finally admitted Morocco’s border failure during the Ceuta crisis, but his coalition partners are not buying it. The way, place, and language of his statement have only deepened the rift and left allies demanding real answers.
Spain weighs tariffs as Chinese electric cars take over the market
Chinese brands like Omoda and BYD are grabbing a big share of Spain’s car market, while local jobs and factories fall behind. The push for tariffs is heating up as Europe faces growing dependence on Chinese technology.
Sánchez faces tough questions at Harvard forum
Pedro Sánchez defended his record before Harvard students. Questions about corruption, Pegasus and Venezuela pushed artificial intelligence aside and put the political disputes around his government at the center of the event.
Maricarmen eviction forces government to act on housing crisis
The forced removal of 87-year-old Maricarmen from her lifelong home has triggered a political storm in Spain. With public outrage mounting, the government faces urgent demands to approve new housing protections and prevent a wider social backlash.
Madrid eviction triggers scramble over Spain's housing law
The eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen in Madrid has pushed the Spanish government into urgent talks with Junts and other partners over a new emergency housing decree. The outcome could change protections for vulnerable tenants and shake up the coalition.
Spain has seen 272000 evictions under Pedro Sánchez
More than 272000 families have been evicted in Spain since 2018. Rental arrears account for most cases, and courts may now resume launches after legal protections ended.
PSOE Sent Secret Audio Payments Through Its Own Campaign Agency
Investigators found that PSOE used its campaign agency to pay for audios about Pedro Sánchez’s father-in-law. The deal involved a little-known media outlet and raised questions inside the agency about the money involved.
Gamarra turns Ceuta security row into a direct clash with Sánchez
Cuca Gamarra defended Ana Vázquez after the Congress incident and said the dispute over the spray was taking attention away from insecurity in Ceuta.
Sánchez uses UN week to defend Spain's economic model
Pedro Sánchez presents Spain as a multilateral power at the UN, pointing to stronger growth and social protection. He also acknowledges the housing crisis and calls for tougher international rules on artificial intelligence.
Sánchez takes aim at leaders behind illegal wars at the UN
Pedro Sánchez attacks leaders he says have abandoned UN principles. He condemns illegal wars and civilian massacres while defending Spain's actions on Ukraine, Gaza and Iran.
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