Spain Breaks Ranks Over the EU's New Return Rules
EU interior ministers have approved rules intended to speed up deportations. Spain was the only country to vote against them, while Belgium abstained.
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Conde-Pumpido pushes Supreme Court to enforce amnesty law
Spain’s top constitutional judge is pressing the Supreme Court to apply the amnesty law to Catalan independence cases without delay, arguing that further delay would deny justice.
Woody Allen chooses Madrid for his 51st film
Woody Allen will start filming his 51st movie in Madrid on October 5, 2026. The diplomatic story has €3 million in public backing and a reported budget of about $14 million.
Sánchez will not join the Royals in Ceuta and Melilla
Pedro Sánchez will not accompany Felipe VI and Letizia in Ceuta and Melilla. A Government minister will join the monarchs during their visits on 13 and 14 October 2026.
Pedro Sánchez tours Delta Vigo to back Galicia’s aerospace ambitions
Pedro Sánchez made a high-profile stop at Delta Vigo’s basic plant, signaling government support for the Galician engineering group’s growing role in Airbus projects. The visit highlighted Delta’s technical expertise and expanding presence in the European aerospace sector.
Junts threatens to block housing decrees over small owner protections
Junts is on the verge of rejecting Spain’s new housing decrees, accusing the government of abandoning small property owners in Catalonia. The party’s leadership will decide its final stance just hours before the impressive vote.
Conde-Pumpido presses Supreme Court for swift amnesty compliance
Cándido Conde-Pumpido is backing urgent amnesty enforcement by the Supreme Court. His draft ruling in the Dolors Bassa case would demand a clear and immediate response.
Madrid Takes the Sol Camp Dispute to Court
Madrid has asked the courts to dissolve the Puerta del Sol camp. The regional government says the protest exceeds legal limits, blocks emergency access and threatens protected heritage.
State Prosecutor Hid Key Files in Case Targeting Judge Biedma
Spain’s top prosecutors denied holding documents on a controversial case involving Judge Beatriz Biedma. But testimony from Badajoz’s chief prosecutor revealed exchanges with Madrid, raising fresh questions about the investigation’s integrity.
Ayuso takes camp eviction fight to Madrid courts
Isabel Díaz Ayuso's regional government will ask a Madrid court to order the immediate removal of the Puerta del Sol camp, saying Government delegate Francisco Martín failed to act.
Junts threatens to block key housing decrees in Congress showdown
Just hours before a impressive Congress vote, Junts has rejected the government's housing decrees. Its objections target both their content and the process, putting Spain's housing reforms at risk.
Ayuso takes the Puerta del Sol camp to court
Madrid’s regional government’s 48-hour deadline is nearing expiry as it asks a judge to remove the housing camp from Puerta del Sol. Isabel Díaz Ayuso is challenging the Government delegate’s refusal to order its removal, while police say they will stay out unless public-order problems develop.
Catalan independence push reignites as Junts marks referendum anniversary
Nine years after the 1-O referendum, Junts accuses the Spanish state of ongoing repression and insists the independence vote remains a living mandate. The party calls for full amnesty and renewed international support for Catalonia’s self-determination.
Joan Baldoví declares three properties and major cash assets after leaving Congress
Joan Baldoví, a leading figure in Compromís, reported personal wealth of over 638000 euros and multiple properties as he left Madrid to run for office in Valencia. His declaration contrasts sharply with his party’s stance on inherited wealth.
Spain's King and Queen Set for Long-Awaited Ceuta and Melilla Visit
Felipe VI and Queen Letizia will visit Ceuta and Melilla on 13 and 14 October, just after Spain's National Day. The trip follows a summer border crisis and comes nearly nineteen years after the previous royal visit.
Nearly Half of Spanish Lawmakers Own Multiple Homes
Forty-five percent of Spain’s Congress members declared ownership of at least two properties, information from official records. As the government races to address the housing crisis, lawmakers’ personal real estate portfolios are drawing new attention.
Constitutional Court withholds ruling ahead of amnesty hearing
Spain's Constitutional Court will not preview its ruling on malversación amnesty before the October 6 plenary. The decision could affect Carles Puigdemont's return and guide every judge and court.
Madrid seeks court order to remove Sol housing camp
A 48-hour deadline to remove the Puerta del Sol housing camp has expired. Madrid is now asking the courts to order its immediate dissolution, while the Delegación del Gobierno says police have no grounds to intervene without disturbances.
Madrid culture ministry hands historic Tabacalera space to activist group
The Ministry of Culture has bypassed Madrid’s push for affordable housing at the Tabacalera, granting 800 square meters to a neighborhood platform linked to the Puerta del Sol protest camp. The move has reignited debate over public property and housing priorities in the Spanish capital.
Felipe VI sets first royal visit to Ceuta and Melilla
Felipe VI and Letizia will visit Ceuta on 13 October and Melilla on 14 October. It will be their first trip there as King and Queen, after months of migration pressure on Spain's border.
Senate Faces Crucial Vote on Full Archipelago Status for Canary Islands
A Senate commission is set to decide whether the Canary Islands should be recognized as a full archipelago under international law. The proposal could reshape Spain’s maritime talks with Morocco and change the islands’ global standing.
Bardella rejects antisemitism allegations after Macron attack
Jordan Bardella denies messages attributed to him by Mediapart. Emmanuel Macron demanded an immediate explanation during his state visit to Spain.
Spain stands alone against EU migrant expulsion law
Spain will be the only EU country to vote against the new regulation, which would allow migrants to be detained for up to 24 months and authorize deportation centers outside the EU. The move leaves Spain isolated on migration policy as the rest of the bloc pushes for tougher measures.
Gabriel Rufián accuses PSOE of siding with big landlords in Spain's housing crisis
Gabriel Rufián has sharply criticized the PSOE for prioritizing large property owners over struggling tenants. As Madrid’s Puerta del Sol fills with protesters demanding real change, the housing crisis has become the top concern for millions across Spain.
Sumar blocks fast-track migrant returns in Ceuta as government split deepens
Sumar has openly claimed responsibility for halting a government decree aimed at speeding up migrant returns from Ceuta. The move exposes sharp divisions within Spain’s coalition and raises new questions about migration policy at the country’s southern border.
Pedro Sánchez shields himself from the public as security escalates
Pedro Sánchez has ramped up his personal security to levels unseen in Europe while pushing through controversial rental decrees that risk freezing Spain’s housing market. His actions reveal a growing disconnect between the government and the people it claims to serve.
Italy Extends Spain Travel Checks Over Ceuta Migration Surge
Italy is extending airport and port checks on travellers from Spain. Madrid is applying the same measure to arrivals from Italy until 8 October.
Maruja Torres urges left unity ahead of Spanish elections
Maruja Torres, acclaimed journalist and author, has delivered a blunt message to Spain’s left-wing parties ahead of the upcoming elections. In a candid interview, she called for unity and urged voters to back the left, while reflecting on aging and the realities of social care.
Maruja Torres faces Zapatero jewel scandal and the loss of ideals
Maruja Torres returns with a book that refuses to look back. She threads Beirut through grief and political letdown in a raw look at happiness and the failures of those once trusted. Her voice cuts through as sharply as ever.
Burnham Reopens the Question of Britain's EU Return
Andy Burnham says Brexit has harmed Britain more than it helped. The government will examine every future option with Brussels, including renewed EU membership.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso faces live interview as Madrid housing crisis erupts
Isabel Díaz Ayuso will appear live on Horizonte as mass protests over Madrid’s housing crisis grip Puerta del Sol. The interview is a rare move for the program and comes at a critical moment for both Ayuso and the show.
Sánchez puts housing decrees to a crucial congressional vote
Pedro Sánchez expects Congress to back two housing decrees on Friday. The measures address housing insecurity through eviction protections and action against speculative purchases, with rental rules also in play. The Partido Popular plans to vote against them, and the government has no guaranteed majority.
Judge Biedma exposes campaign to force her off high-profile PSOE case
Judge Beatriz Biedma has submitted nearly one hundred pieces of evidence alleging that she was targeted by a coordinated campaign involving PSOE-linked figures and Badajoz criminal clans. The operation aimed to remove her from the high-profile investigation into the prime minister’s brother.
Tenants demand a full vote on Spain's housing decrees
Tenant unions will protest across Spain before Congress votes on Friday, 2 October. They want lawmakers to approve both housing decrees, addressing eviction protections and rent controls alongside automatic lease renewals.
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.