PP renews Senate push over Ceuta migration crisis
The PP has again summoned Marlaska, Robles and Albares to the Senate. Their earlier absence led to court action and widened the dispute over the Government’s duty to answer to Parliament.
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Europe Recognises Anti-Drug Officers as High-Risk Professionals
The European Parliament has recognised officers in police, border and customs services who fight drug trafficking as high-risk professionals. The measure also covers people working in ports or fishing, along with others exposed to violence from criminal networks.
Ceuta’s Port Runs Out of Space for Migrants
Ceuta’s new port camp was built for 1,700 people, but more than 2,000 migrants were turned away and sent back to the beaches. The city is now asking the European Union for urgent support.
Ceuta port transfer sharpens PSOE and PP clash
Around 1,700 migrants spent their first night at Ceuta’s port after being moved from nearby beaches. The operation has prompted a legal challenge and renewed the political clash between the PSOE and PP.
Luxury Madrid Penthouse Deal Reveals Systemic Failures in Ayuso Administration
A confidential government dossier on a €6.3 million penthouse in Chamberí details inconsistencies in its purchase, rental and attempted sale. The case raises questions about oversight and transparency in Madrid’s management of public assets.
Feijoo puts Ceuta and Melilla at the heart of his 2027 plan
Alberto Núñez Feijoo has pledged an integrated strategy for Ceuta and Melilla, including weekly Cabinet attention for both cities. Support from Brussels gives the proposal a broader European structure.
PP and Vox-Run Regions Take In Minors Despite Their Refusal
Castilla y León, Aragón and Extremadura are receiving minors from Ceuta despite pledges by their PP and Vox governments to reject further arrivals. The transfers continue under Spain’s immigration law.
Ceuta faces unprecedented migrant influx with no end in sight
Ceuta has been thrown into turmoil after 70,000 Moroccan migrants entered the city in just two days. With daily life upended and authorities locked in conflict, Spain’s largest migration crisis remains unresolved after fifty days.
Morocco wins renewed backing for Western Sahara from Washington and Israel
Morocco has secured fresh support from the United States and Israel for its autonomy plan in Western Sahara. The three countries will deepen security cooperation and expand ties in trade, technology and diplomacy.
Europe Tightens Its Response to Drug Trafficking
The European Parliament has backed stronger action against drug trafficking as Spain faces growing pressure along its Atlantic coast and major maritime routes.
Ferreras condemns Ayuso’s response to questions about the penthouse
Antonio García Ferreras has criticised Madrid president Isabel Díaz Ayuso over her response to questions about the disputed Chamberí penthouse, as scrutiny grows over its purchase and intended use after its resale attempt failed.
AMA reports two more attacks on its Oviedo stand
The Asociación Moza d’Asturies has reported two further incidents at its stand in Oviedo, a week after five people were detained over an assault on its members.
Sanctions Questions Around WR Group Enter the FIDE Election Debate
Ukrainian MP Oleg Dunda has called for scrutiny of Wadim Rosenstein’s business interests as the campaign for the next FIDE president becomes entangled in a dispute over sanctions compliance.
Feijóo pledges a larger security presence in Ceuta and Melilla
More than 3,000 migrants were moved to a temporary port centre in Ceuta. Feijóo promised tighter border controls and additional security forces if elected.
Ceuta's migrant figures range from 2,000 to 13,000
Official estimates for Ceuta remain sharply divided. The latest figures range from 2,000 to 13,000 people, with separate discrepancies over arrivals, returns and unaccompanied minors.
Lagarde revives speculation about an early ECB departure
Christine Lagarde has again refused to rule out leaving the ECB before her mandate ends. Spain is positioning itself for the succession contest, with Pablo Hernández de Cos among the leading names.
European Parliament singles out Sánchez over Ceuta border crisis
A European Parliament resolution directly criticizes Pedro Sánchez over Spain’s handling of the migrant influx into Ceuta and raises the prospect of economic sanctions against Morocco. The move exposes sharp divisions in Brussels over migration policy and Spain’s border strategy.
Socialist mayors break ranks over Ceuta crisis
The Ceuta crisis has triggered a rare public split within Spain’s ruling PSOE. Local socialist leaders are openly defying Pedro Sánchez, exposing deep fractures ahead of next year’s elections.
Milei Replaces Olivos Civil Staff With Military After Economic Data Sparks Tensions
Javier Milei has ordered military personnel to take over management of the Olivos presidential residence following the release of troubling economic data and a public attack on the press. The move has fueled concerns about his leadership and Argentina's political climate.
Ceuta moves migrants from beaches to port as legal and political pressures mount
Authorities in Ceuta are relocating migrants from makeshift beach camps to a port facility to create safer, more organized conditions. The move comes amid legal rulings and European Parliament pressure on Spain and Morocco.
Defence Minister visits injured soldiers after Ceuta attacks
Two Spanish soldiers were hospitalised after violent attacks in Ceuta. Defence Minister Margarita Robles made an unplanned visit amid a media storm over allegations of military aggression. Military associations are demanding stronger protection for troops.
B'Tselem director warns of deepening impunity in Gaza and West Bank
Yuli Novak, head of B'Tselem, accuses Israel of pursuing a systematic policy of elimination in Gaza and the West Bank. She says international inaction is fueling impunity. The NGO faces growing threats as the government hardens its stance.
Morocco shifts focus to Israel and US as ties with Spain cool
Morocco has agreed with Israel and the US to deepen diplomatic and security cooperation, moving ahead with embassies and direct flights. The deal comes as Morocco's relationship with Spain grows more tense, with Western Sahara still at the center of regional politics.
Melilla Day ceremony erupts as minister faces boos and Feijóo wins applause
Tensions flared at Melilla’s official celebration as Minister Elma Saiz was loudly booed while PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo received applause. The city’s president accused Madrid of inaction and demanded the return of undocumented migrants.
Venezuelan Opposition Protests Arrest of Exiled Former Mayor After Return
Javier Oropeza, former mayor of Torres, was arrested in Barquisimeto shortly after returning to Venezuela from exile in Spain. His detention came as US-backed talks on political transition began, prompting opposition leaders to demand his immediate release.
Ceuta stalls as Madrid pushes for urgent transfer of migrant minors
Spain’s Youth and Children Minister is pressing Ceuta to authorize the immediate relocation of unaccompanied migrant minors to the mainland. Madrid says support is ready, but Ceuta has yet to respond.
US grants Iranian president Pezeshkian entry for UN Assembly in New York
The US has approved visas for Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian and his team to attend the UN General Assembly in New York. The visit comes amid heightened conflict between Washington and Tehran. The Iranian delegation will be smaller than in previous years, and its movements in New York remain tightly controlled.
Israel and Morocco move to reopen embassies after diplomatic breakthrough
Israel and Morocco have agreed to reopen embassies and boost economic cooperation. The deal revives diplomatic ties frozen since 2000. US support and recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara play a basic role.
Morocco and Israel formalize alliance with US support
Morocco and Israel have agreed to exchange embassies, deepening ties with backing from the United States. The deal includes support for Morocco's claim over Western Sahara and comes as conflict continues in Gaza.
Presidential Motorcade Rolls Through Small Huelva Town
A convoy of ten vehicles escorted Pedro Sánchez through the quiet streets of San Juan del Puerto. The Spanish prime minister’s visit to Huelva province drew attention for its scale and the logistical show of force in towns with just over 10,000 residents.
Presidential Convoy Met with Hostility in Small Andalusian Town
Pedro Sánchez’s visit to a quiet Huelva town drew more attention for its armored motorcade and local protests than for its official agenda. Residents greeted the president’s convoy with open hostility, exposing the gap between the government’s image and street sentiment.
Ceuta’s migrant children caught in political deadlock
About 3,000 unaccompanied minors are stranded in Ceuta, where shelters are overwhelmed and officials are refusing to take responsibility. As Madrid and the city’s leaders argue, the children remain in limbo.
Spain begins construction of Onuba hydrogen plant in Huelva with €1 billion investment
Work has started on Onuba, a major green hydrogen plant in Palos de la Frontera. With 300 MW of electrolysis capacity and more than €1 billion invested, the project marks a impressive step for Spain’s energy sector.
Germany urges EU to expand tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrid cars
Germany’s finance minister wants the EU to impose tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrid cars, aiming to protect local carmakers as competition from China increases and European industry leaders call for stronger trade measures.
Valladolid Traffic Surges After City Rolls Back Bike and Bus Lanes
Valladolid’s decision to remove basic bike and bus lanes has driven a sharp rise in city traffic, reversing years of decline under previous sustainable transport policies. New data shows what happened after the city prioritized private vehicles over alternative mobility.