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Spanish chain cuts ties with facilities linked to military holding Gaesa

Meliá Leaves 15 Hotels in Cuba Amid US Pressure. Meliá Hotels International has announced the immediate termination of management for 15 hotels in Cuba. The decision is linked to US sanctions against properties controlled by the military holding company Gaesa. The company will continue operating only those hotels not affected by the restrictions.

Authorities report a surge in applications for work and residence permits

Queues for Legalization: Migrants in Spain Massively Submit Documents. A large-scale campaign for the legalization of migrants has begun in Spain. Hundreds of thousands of foreigners are rushing to submit documents for work and family reunification. The new rules have sparked a frenzy and political debate.

US aircraft carrier nears Havana amid pressure on Cuban leadership

US Deploys USS Abraham Lincoln to Cuba After Tightening Sanctions. Washington has intensified sanctions against the Cuban authorities and sent an aircraft carrier to the island. The decision is linked to recent events in Havana and demands made to Cuba's government. The country's authorities have already responded to the US move.

ETA financed operations with funds from an African farm

Spanish courts investigate African trail in ETA financing through a farm. Spanish authorities are examining the role of Alfonso Echegaray Achirica in supporting ETA. His African farm may have served as a source of funds for the terrorist group. A new investigation could change the approach to combating extremism.