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world-news3 days ago•8 min saved

Madrid hosts large march urging Pedro Sánchez to resign

Tens of thousands of people marched through Madrid in a largely peaceful protest organized by the Spanish Civil Society association, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez amid corruption scandals; at least seven police officers were injured in clashes, a small group tried to breach barriers around the Moncloa residence, and three people were arrested; organizers said 80,000 participated, a government figure put the count at about 40,000, while leaders from the opposition PP and far-right Vox attended.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#far-right #pedro-sanchez #protests

politics8 days ago•8 min saved

Andalusia vote upends Spain’s 2027 electoral calculus

Spain’s Socialists suffered a historic defeat in Andalusia, losing their longtime stronghold to the conservative PP, which could rely on Vox for a coalition and signal a shift to the right ahead of the 2027 general election; with PP leading nationally and Sánchez vowing to stay in office, the left faces a tougher path as Adelante Andalucía gains ground and Sumar struggles.

via politico.eu|

#andalusia #pedro-sanchez #politics

world-news9 days ago•9 min saved

Spain withdraws from Eurovision 2026 over Israel participation, citing double standards and rights concerns

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that Spain will not participate in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, criticizing the European Broadcasting Union for allowing Israel to join and arguing that it reflects a double standard, especially compared with Russia’s removal after Ukraine’s invasion. He framed the move as a stand for human rights and international law, highlighted other boycott countries, and faced domestic backlash from the opposition for what they call opportunism and inconsistency with Spain’s participation in other events with Israel involved.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#european-broadcasting-union #eurovision-song-contest #israel

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Spain shrugs off Pentagon plan to suspend NATO membership over Iran stance

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez dismissed a leaked Pentagon memo that proposed punitive steps against difficult allies over their stance on the Iran war, including suspending Spain from NATO. Officials note NATO has no suspension mechanism, and Sánchez said Spain is fulfilling its obligations within international law and continues to cooperate with allies. The episode highlights tensions between Washington and European partners amid debates over alliance strategy and responses to Iran.

via politico.eu|

#iran-war #nato #pedro-sanchez

europe1 month ago•4 min saved

Spain pushes EU to end its Israel association in 48 hours

At a campaign rally, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said he will present to the European Union a proposal to end the EU's Association Agreement with Israel within 48 hours, arguing that Israel's government violates international law and EU values. The move has backing from some EU members but faces opposition from others and would carry major political and economic consequences given the EU's roughly €45 billion-a-year trade relationship with Israel. The effort follows prior calls to suspend the agreement and a citizens’ initiative urging action, though Brussels’ path remains uncertain.

via Euronews.com|

#association-agreement #eu #europe

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Sánchez Leads Global Progressive Rally to Push Back on Far-Right

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez told a Barcelona crowd at the Global Progressive Mobilization that progressives will twist the arm of the international far-right, blaming U.S. tariffs and Middle East conflicts for eroding multilateral institutions; the event drew about 6,000 attendees including Lula da Silva, Ramaphosa and Petro, and organizers planned a joint declaration on inequality, climate and digital regulation.

via politico.eu|

#far-right #global-progressive-mobilization #multilateralism

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Spain weighs severing EU-Israel ties over rights concerns

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says the EU should end its association agreement with Israel and will formally propose terminating it at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg; he harshly criticized Israel amid the Gaza war, arguing a government violating international law cannot be a partner, while noting any move would require unanimity and faces opposition from a German-led bloc, echoing a previously stalled EU sanctions effort.

via politico.eu|

#association-agreement #eu #israel

world1 month ago•7 min saved

Trump Feud Becomes Unexpected Lifeline for Spain’s Controversial PM

Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez, squeezed by domestic scandals tied to former allies and a weakened majority, has found an unintended lifeline in his public feuds with Donald Trump. The tariff battles and the Iran crisis have shifted attention away from internal crises, briefly boosting his international stature and polling, even as critics warn his confrontational tactics risk entrenching the far right at home.

via The New York Times|

#corruption #pedro-sanchez #spain-politics

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Global progressives unite in Barcelona to push back against the far-right

More than 3,000 progressive leaders and activists from 100+ organizations gathered in Barcelona to launch the Global Progressive Mobilization, a coordinated effort to counter the rise of far-right and nationalist movements worldwide, with Pedro Sánchez hosting and using the event to elevate his international leadership profile alongside figures like Lula, Ramaphosa, and Sheinbaum.

via politico.eu|

#barcelona #far-right #global-progressive-mobilization

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Spain Positions Itself as Europe-China Bridge as Sánchez Backs Beijing's Middle East Role

During a Beijing visit, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced 19 bilateral agreements with China to boost trade, launched a 'strategic dialogue' and urged Beijing to help broker Middle East peace, while stressing Spain's pro-European stance. Sánchez also defended multilateralism and reciprocal trade in a speech at Tsinghua University, as Xi Jinping called for a lasting ceasefire. The trip positions Spain as a pragmatic bridge between Europe and China.

via Euronews.com|

#bilateral-agreements #middle-east-peace #pedro-sanchez

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Spain to Legalize Over Half a Million Immigrants as Labor Needs Grow

Spain’s government approved a royal decree to grant legal status to more than 500,000 unauthorized immigrants who have been living in the country, with eligibility requiring five months’ residence by Jan. 1, 2026 and proof of employment or a familial link, excluding those with criminal records. The move aims to address an aging population and strained public services, drawing praise from the Catholic Church but opposition from the center-right PP and Vox, which plan to challenge it in court; applications run through June 30, aligning with Pope Leo’s visit to Spain.

via politico.eu|

#immigration #legal-status #migration-policy

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Xi names Sánchez a key bridge to Europe in push for deeper China-EU ties

During a Beijing meeting, Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen China’s ties with the EU and designated Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as a key interlocutor, urging closer cooperation and genuine multilateralism amid tense global dynamics.

via politico.eu|

#eu-china-relations #multilateralism #pedro-sanchez

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Spain paves way for legal status for about half a million migrants

Spain's government approved a plan to grant about 500,000 undocumented migrants a one-year renewable residence permit, open to those who have lived in Spain for at least five months and have a clean criminal record, with applications from April 16 to June 30. The measure aims to integrate migrants into the economy and public services amid an aging population, drawing support from the Catholic Church and opposition from the PP, which says it rewards illegal migration.

via BBC|

#immigration #migrant-amnesty #pedro-sanchez

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Wife of Spain's PM charged in four-count corruption case tied to a university chair

Madrid court indicted Begoña Gómez, wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, on four charges including embezzlement, influence peddling, corruption in business dealings and misappropriation, related to her role as co-director of two master’s programs and a Madrid Complutense University chair. A former adviser from Sánchez’s office and a businessman were also indicted. Gómez denies wrongdoing and Sánchez defends her, as the case adds to ongoing corruption probes involving Sánchez’s inner circle and comes amid other scandals, including one involving his brother.

via Euractiv|

#begona-gomez #corruption #judiciary

world1 month ago•15 min saved

Xi and Sánchez vow to safeguard multilateralism in Beijing talks

During a Beijing visit, Xi Jinping and Spain's Pedro Sánchez reiterate a commitment to safeguarding multilateralism while deepening political and commercial ties.

via AP News|

#china #multilateralism #pedro-sanchez