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Two Women Die as Car Plunges Into Sea at Algeciras Port
A car fell into the sea at the port of Algeciras while trying to board a ferry. Two women died at the scene. Two men survived and remain hospitalized, one in critical condition.
Two Women Die After Car Plunges Into Sea at Algeciras Port
A car carrying four people fell into the sea at Algeciras port. Two women died at the scene. Two men survived, one in serious condition. Emergency services responded overnight.
Police in Southern Spain Face Escalating Drug War and Daily Threats
Police and Guardia Civil in southern Spain confront armed drug traffickers daily. Officers report rising violence, lack of danger pay, and growing fear for their safety. Calls for urgent government action intensify.
Drug Money Laundering Schemes Expand in Cádiz Nightlife Sector
Authorities in Cádiz have uncovered complex money laundering networks tied to drug trafficking. Local nightlife businesses, frontmen, and crypto assets are at the center of ongoing investigations. The crackdown exposes new tactics used by criminal groups.
Ceuta-Morocco Border Tensions Reshape Daily Life and Local Ties
Ceuta’s border with Morocco, once a symbol of coexistence, now faces strict controls and rising tension. Residents recall easier times as migration and political disputes reshape daily life and cross-border commerce.
Spanish Actor Manolo Solo Dies at 62 After Battle With Cancer
Manolo Solo, acclaimed for roles in La isla mínima and El buen patrón, has died at 62 following cancer. The Goya-winning actor shaped Spanish cinema with over 55 films and a unique on-screen presence.
Gibraltar Border Fence Demolished After Decades of Division
The Gibraltar border fence, closed for 13 years under Franco, is being dismantled after six years of negotiations. Over 100,000 people on both sides will see daily life transformed as the last physical barrier disappears.
Supreme Court Opens Sixth Case Against Alvise Over Protest Incitement
Spain’s Supreme Court has launched a sixth investigation into Luis Pérez, known as Alvise, for allegedly urging road blockades during agricultural protests. The case highlights growing scrutiny of his online activity and political influence.
Huge Hashish Shipment Seized in Andalusia – Details of the Special Operation
10 Arrested in Spain After Seizure of 11 Tons of Hashish. A large-scale anti-drug operation has taken place in Andalusia, resulting in the arrest of ten people. More than 11 tons of hashish and a substantial amount of cash were seized. Details of the special operation have been disclosed.