A recent survey conducted by the Centro de Investigaciones Sociológicas indicates strong support among Spaniards for enhanced defence options within the European Union. Results show seventy five percent of participants endorse increasing Europe’s defence capacity, with sixty seven point eight percent in favour of establishing a common military force. Only twenty four point one percent oppose this initiative. The findings coincide with ongoing political discussions regarding the EU’s defence spending, with many Spaniards expressing concern over the bloc's ability to […]

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is participating in a leaders' meeting in Paris, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, to further discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine and the prospects for peace. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is also present at the gathering. The aim of the meeting is to establish short-term support for the Ukrainian army and to devise a sustainable model for Ukraine's armed forces to prevent further Russian invasions. Macron has expressed the importance of reaffirming explicit commitments […]

The King of Spain, Felipe VI, made a humorous entrance today at the opening of the fifth edition of 'Wake Up, Spain!' held in Madrid. The King appeared with noticeable sunburn on his face after enjoying a skiing trip in Formigal in the Aragonese Pyrenees over the weekend. His cheeks and forehead were notably red, a consequence of a sunny day on the slopes. Before beginning his speech, the King jestingly apologised for his sunburnt appearance, stating, 'This is what […]

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has announced the start of payments amounting to three point nine million euros in direct aid for two hundred and fifty two new farmers and ranchers impacted by the recent DANA weather event. With this latest payment, the total assistance provided through this aid line reaches sixty nine point six million euros, benefiting eight thousand three hundred and thirty five recipients. Farmers and ranchers from the provinces of Valencia and Almería are included […]

A tragic helicopter accident has occurred in the Hudson River, near New York, resulting in the deaths of five members of a Spanish family and an American pilot. The deceased included Agustín Escobar, a Siemens executive, his wife Mercè Camprubí, and their three young children aged ten, eight, and four. The pilot, Seankese 'Sean' Johnson, was thirty-six years old and had served in the military. The National Transportation Safety Board, responsible for the investigation, has reported that the helicopter lacked […]

The Government of Spain has taken a significant step by approving the early allocation of ninety-eight million euros for activities of social interest for the year twenty twenty-five. This decision comes as a response to a long-standing demand from the third sector in Spain, as announced by Minister Pablo Bustinduy during a press conference following the Cabinet meeting. These funds will primarily support initiatives aimed at combating social exclusion and poverty, as well as projects focusing on children, education, cultural […]

Félix Bolaños, the Minister of Presidency, Justice and Relations with the Courts, announced the government's unwavering support for State Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz on Monday. This declaration comes in light of the Supreme Court's ruling to prosecute García Ortiz over allegations of confidential information disclosure. Bolaños emphasised the importance of the presumption of innocence and stated that there is no reason for the Attorney General to resign. During an event accompanying García Ortiz, Bolaños reaffirmed the government's confidence in […]

Pedro Sánchez, the Secretary General of the PSOE, has announced significant changes in the party's leadership following the imprisonment of Santos Cerdán, who was involved in a corruption scandal. Rebeca Torró has been appointed as the new Secretary of Organisation, making her the second woman to occupy this role after Leire Pajín. Torró has previously served as the Secretary of State for Industry and has a strong background in politics and public service. In addition to Torró's appointment, Montserrat Mínguez […]

In a tragic incident on a Spanish motorway, twenty-eight-year-old Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota was reportedly driving when he crashed his Lamborghini, resulting in the deaths of both him and his brother, twenty-five-year-old André Silva. The crash occurred early last Thursday in the Zamora province and is suspected to involve excessive speeding, with police indicating a possible tyre blowout as the cause of the accident. The vehicle went off the A52 motorway near Palacios de Sanabria and burst into flames. According […]