Spain is preparing a fresh round of fuel subsidies from October as diesel and petrol prices approach historic peaks. The government is relying on Brussels to shape the next steps. The outcome will affect millions of drivers and businesses this winter.
The Partido Popular is calling for urgent EU intervention after thousands crossed into Ceuta. The party accuses the Sánchez government of negligence and says Spain’s southern border has been left exposed. Tensions with Morocco have added to the crisis.
The European Commission has publicly supported Morocco after thousands of migrants crossed into Ceuta. Brussels is now urging Spain to speed up returns and tighten border controls, exposing sharp divisions within the European Parliament.
The European Parliament faces direct lobbying from Morocco over the Ceuta border crisis. Spanish parties are clashing in Strasbourg ahead of a basic vote, with the PSOE standing alone in defending Rabat’s role.
US tariff policy changes are forcing European pharmaceutical firms to cut drug prices or face new barriers. The European industry warns of growing risks to investment and innovation. The sector now trails China and the US in discovering new treatments.
The European Parliament is reconsidering its migration pact with Morocco after a mass crossing into Ceuta. The incident has put Spanish sovereignty and EU border policy in the spotlight.
The Partido Popular is using the Ceuta crisis to challenge the government at the European level. Feijóo and his allies are pushing for tougher action, exposing sharp divisions over migration policy as pressure mounts on Sánchez.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo travels to Ceuta with senior European Popular Party figures. The move aims to press the EU to address the migration crisis at Spain’s border. A special debate in the European Parliament is now on the agenda.
Morocco has openly challenged Spain’s territorial integrity and judicial independence. While the government remains silent, the Partido Popular has stepped forward with a direct response. The diplomatic standoff leaves basic questions unanswered.
Newly released reports reveal that the CNI warned of mass entries into Ceuta. The PSOE is questioning the government's official narrative and the handling of intelligence, while tensions between ministries have intensified.
Ceuta's migration emergency has forced EU leaders to confront urgent calls for action. Spanish and European officials are debating tougher border measures and a permanent EU presence in the city.
Spain’s foreign minister is in Brussels to push for a lasting EU role for Ceuta and Melilla. The government wants the cities to have fixed seats in the Committee of the Regions and is exploring Customs Union entry. The outcome could change how the cities fit into Europe.
Brussels confirms Russia tried to use the Ceuta migrant crisis online. No evidence links Moscow to the outbreak itself. The EU is stepping up monitoring of digital platforms and misinformation threats.
Spain's Interior Minister has formally asked the European Commission to keep the Duque de Ahumada, the Guardia Civil's most advanced patrol ship, in Spanish waters throughout 2027. Equipped with a helipad and a deep-sea robot, the vessel supports border control and rescue operations as migration pressures persist.
Vox leader Santiago Abascal is urging Spain to suspend its Friendship Treaty with Morocco, accusing Rabat of orchestrating migration pressure in Ceuta. The party is calling for tougher border measures and political accountability.
Spain has formally asked the European Commission for Frontex and Europol support in Ceuta to accelerate migrant identification and asylum processing. The request follows a surge in irregular border crossings.
From February 2027, EU law will require that users can replace the batteries in most portable devices without special tools. Smartphones face stricter durability and repairability standards, aimed at extending device lifespans and reducing electronic waste.
Josep Borrell criticizes the European Commission’s approach to Israel and warns that Spain’s independent foreign policy is leading to marginalization within the EU. The government’s positions on Gaza and migration have drawn sharp reactions.
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.
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.
Asturias seeks a €1.1 million fine against the AP-66 operator for charging full tolls during major works. The Ministry of Transport opposes the sanction and has joined the case as users and businesses demand relief.
The European Commission urges Spain to safeguard vulnerable minors in Ceuta, while Brussels maintains pressure for the return to Morocco of all irregular migrants. The fate of 500 girls remains uncertain.
The European Commission has endorsed Spain's intention to return all irregular migrants in Ceuta, including unaccompanied minors, to Morocco. The move follows new EU rules and signals a shift in migration policy at the border.
Spain’s bid to host a major European AI gigafactory in Móra la Nova hinges on meeting strict sustainability criteria and operating efficiently during the region’s extreme summer heat. Brussels is scrutinizing the project’s environmental plan as it weighs proposals.
Junts per Catalunya is struggling with internal divisions and declining use in the Spanish Parliament. The party is looking to Carles Puigdemont, but his plans remain uncertain, while basic negotiations with Madrid have stalled.
From August 12, the EU enforces strict limits on PFAS in food packaging, changing requirements for manufacturers and importers. The regulation also sets the stage for harmonized labeling by 2028 and tighter design and recycling rules by 2030.
Brussels has set up a direct channel with TikTok and Meta to counter disinformation linked to the Ceuta border crisis. The move follows a record influx at the Spanish-Moroccan border and growing concerns over online rumors.
Brussels signals that Italy may soon lift border checks on arrivals from Spain. Both governments say the measures are temporary. The dispute follows reciprocal controls at airports and ports.
Ceuta’s president warns the EU that the city’s security depends on Morocco, which does not recognize Spanish sovereignty. Spanish ministers skipped a basic European Parliament session, while the city remains under pressure.
EU criticism of Spain’s migration policy has faded after the Ceuta crisis. Ministers now express full solidarity with Madrid. Their focus has shifted to criminal networks and misinformation, leaving Spain’s regularization plan outside the discussion.
Spain calls for EU solidarity after more than 50,000 people cross into Ceuta. The government criticizes Italy for suspending Schengen rules and highlights Morocco's cooperation. The crisis exposes divisions within Europe over migration.
Pedro Sánchez has condemned the “selfish” response from some EU governments to the Ceuta border crisis. Spain is calling for urgent EU talks after Italy and other countries questioned Schengen cooperation.
Several EU countries are urging Spain and Morocco to accelerate the return of migrants after mass crossings in Ceuta. Some governments have proposed suspending Spain from Schengen, as the crisis prompts new border controls and fuels political tension.
The European People's Party has sharply criticized Spain's government after thousands of migrants crossed the Ceuta border. Conservative leaders link the incident to Spain's mass regularization plan, while Madrid rejects the accusations.
The European Commission's emergency center has coordinated rapid support for Spain and France as wildfires intensify. Aircraft and ground teams from several countries have been sent to help local services contain the blazes.
