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- Today18 min
03.28 - Spain Today News 21 September 2026
🇪🇸 Here is the news summary from Spain Today:1. Judicial Setbacks for Catalan AmnestySpain's Supreme Court has rejected applying the amnesty law to former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont and ex-minister Antoni Comín for embezzlement, keeping national arrest warrants active. Judge Pablo Llarena determined that while a European Court of Justice (TJUE) ruling dismissed impacts on EU financial interests, the exclusion based on personal financial benefit remains applicable. Concurrently, the Court of Auditors rejected appeals to absolve financial liability for referendum expenses. At the Constitutional Court, a draft ruling by magistrate José María Macías supporting the Supreme Court's position on Jordi Turull's appeal faces a plenary vote, setting a potential precedent for Puigdemont. Justice Minister Félix Bolaños stated that full application of the law remains a "matter of time".2. Fuel Prices Surge Past €2 per LitreFuel prices across Spain have escalated, with petrol exceeding €2 per litre at numerous stations amidst global supply bottlenecks caused by conflict in Iran, Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions, and Russian export reductions. The International Energy Agency projects Hormuz crude flows will not recover until 2027. With current fuel subsidies set to expire on 30 September, the government is assessing whether to extend price relief for consumers and road transport operators.3. Stiff Resistance to New Data Centre RegulationsThe Spanish government has finalized a draft royal decree requiring new data centres with over 1 MW capacity to source 80% of their power from new-generation renewable energy. Industry association Spain DC warned the rule acts as a "de facto prohibition" that risks up to €9 billion in planned investments across three international projects. Government ministers defend the measures to prevent a speculative bubble and protect consumer electricity bills, whereas environmental researchers argue the decree is insufficient and demand a statewide moratorium and water footprint controls.4. Former King Juan Carlos I Awarded Literature PrizeFormer King Juan Carlos I received the Saint-Simon Prize in France for his memoirs, Reconciliación, co-authored with Laurence Debray. Speaking at the event, the former monarch—residing in Abu Dhabi for over six years—called the book his "final legacy" and declared, "Wherever I live, I will always belong to Spain". This marks the first time the historical memorialist award has been presented to a monarch.
- Yesterday22 min
03.27 - Spain Today News 20 September 2026
🇪🇸 Ceuta's beaches are still crowded after Spain moved 1,700 migrants into a temporary port camp. Prosecutors are opening protection cases after underage girls allege abuse in Ceuta centres. Five years after La Palma's Tajogaite eruption, reconstruction sits near 60% while modular homes remain occupied and prices soar. And a 6.3 million euro Madrid penthouse tied to the Ayuso case goes to auction with no buyer — a judge asks who has jurisdiction.
- 4 days ago19 min
03.25 - Spain Today News 17 September 2026
🇪🇸 Severe storms and flooding hit Spain’s Mediterranean coast with orange alerts across Valencia, Barcelona, Murcia and the Balearic Islands. In Olivella near Barcelona, firefighters recovered a man after his car was swept by a flooded stream. ES-Alert messages urged people to stay clear of ravines and move upstairs if water rises. Airports, metro and rail were disrupted; schools closed in parts of Murcia.Congress passed a major dependency and disability reform: faster recognition, telecare as a universal right, more home care, and friends or neighbours recognised as caregivers with support. Waiting lists have been deadly — the government wants them halved by 2027 and gone by 2028.Congress also scrapped a lobby-regulation decree, putting about €1.5 billion in European funds at risk after PP, Vox, Junts and UPN voted it down. The government defended a public lobby register; critics called the decree rushed.Spain’s National Court provisionally froze a planned temporary migrant camp of 1,000–1,700 people at the port of Ceuta after a police-union challenge over safety and evacuation risks near critical port infrastructure.
- 5 days ago22 min
03.24 - Spain Today News 16 September 2026
🇪🇸 Spain's Data Protection Agency reported the first personal data breach executed directly by an AI agent: using a large language model, it searched for vulnerabilities, logged in, altered personal records, and accessed invoices. The agency says AI agents change the threat model by planning tasks, running code, and adapting at machine speed.Telecom operators have begun mandatory blocking of commercial SMS, MMS, and RCS messages that lack a registered alphanumeric alias in the CNMC database, under the government's Anti-Fraud Plan after hundreds of thousands of digital fraud complaints.August inflation rose to 4.3%, the highest in over three years, driven by fuel costs linked to the Strait of Hormuz: diesel jumped 30.3% and petrol 16.9%, while underlying inflation eased to 2.9%.In a letter to European Parliament members, Morocco pledged to readmit all irregular migrants who entered Ceuta during the late-July border crisis — Moroccan nationals, unaccompanied minors, and third-country nationals — with returns remaining the immediate priority.
- 6 days ago15 min
03.23 - Spain Today News 15 September 2026
🇪🇸 Ceuta Border Crisis & Unified Command ExtensionPrime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that the special unified command in Ceuta will remain active until "the end of the year" to stabilise the autonomous city following the entry of over 70,000 migrants in late July. The Spanish government is preparing up to 10,000 migrant places, with over 6,000 operational by the end of the week, as around 200 people return daily to Morocco. Sánchez attributed the migration surge to fake news and human-trafficking networks while defending ongoing diplomatic relations with Morocco. However, Ceuta’s regional president, Juan Jesús Vivas, warned that the city remains an unstable "pressure cooker".CIS September Electoral BarometerThe latest CIS barometer reveals that the PSOE has dropped two points to 31% in voter intention following the Ceuta crisis, though it maintains a 5.5-point lead over the PP (25.5%, up 0.4 points). Vox gained 1.3 points to reach 16.6%, bringing a potential PP–Vox coalition to 42.1%. Meanwhile, 82.2% of citizens support strengthening border security in Ceuta and Melilla. Housing remains the primary concern for 37.5% of Spaniards, while concern over immigration fell to third place at 19.7%. Pedro Sánchez remains the preferred candidate for prime minister (25%) with the highest leader rating (4.18/10).Suspension of Voting Rights Under the "Grandchildren's Law"The Electoral Commission (JEC) voted 7–6 to comply with a Supreme Court ruling temporarily suspending voting rights for over 400,000 naturalised citizens under the Democratic Memory Law ("Grandchildren's Law"). The suspension affects descendants of individuals who left Spain between 1936 and 1955 whose exile status was automatically presumed rather than individually documented. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez criticized the court decision—spurred by legal appeals from the PP and Vox—questioning whether essential voting rights should be stripped from 400,000 citizens.Catalonia’s €2.5 Billion Climate & Education PlanThe President of the Generalitat, Salvador Illa, unveiled the "Plan Actualiza Clima," allocating €2.5 billion through 2031 to climate-proof all public schools and elderly care homes across Catalonia. The initiative begins with €100 million invested across 100 priority schools, incorporating solar panels, thermal insulation, and aerothermal systems. Catalonia also announced the creation of an Observatory of AI and the Labour Market alongside an algorithmic systems registry to ensure human oversight of workplace artificial intelligence.
- 1 weeks ago20 min
03.22 - Spain Today News 14 September 2026
🇪🇸 Ceuta Border Crisis and Relocation OperationsMore than 5,300 migrants have voluntarily returned to Morocco since 10 August 2026, following the border entry of nearly 80,000 people in late July, while around 100 individuals have renounced asylum requests. National police successfully relocated 864 migrants from the Loma Colmenar area to temporary tent facilities at Los Rosales without incident. Government officials have established around 4,300 temporary places to conduct identification triage and process returns. Meanwhile, Ceuta's Vice President, Alejandro Ramírez, described the city as a "pressure cooker," estimating that 13,000 migrants remain in Ceuta and urgently requesting the clearance of an informal settlement near the city's strategic desalination plant.Political Criticism over Morocco and Border SecurityLeader of the Popular Party (PP), Alberto Núñez Feijóo, stated that Morocco's aggression continues and warned that the crisis in Ceuta will mark Pedro Sánchez's political epitaph. Feijóo held Morocco responsible for mass entries by action or omission and criticized the government's declassification of intelligence reports, claiming it created a severe security breach and damaged the reputation of Spain's intelligence and police services.Historic Victory at La Vuelta a EspañaSpanish cyclist Enric Mas won La Vuelta a España, securing his career-defining victory in Granada and ending a 12-year drought for Spanish cycling in the race. Mas inherited the red jersey following a stage 7 crash by Tadej Pogacar and successfully defended his lead against Primoz Roglic and Felix Gall. Coupled with Paula Blasi's victory in the women's event, Spain currently holds both grand tour titles.NATO 'Bold Machina' Technology ExercisesTwenty NATO member nations participated in the 'Bold Machina' military exercise in Lisbon to evaluate advanced defense technologies, including drones and unmanned craft. The maneuvers featured special operations divers—including Spanish military personnel—and 26 technology companies. Spanish firm Novaindef tested an adaptable, low-cost 3D-printed drone alongside the Spanish Navy. Allied Special Operations Commander General Tony Turner emphasized the importance of readiness amid serious global security challenges.
- 1 weeks ago14 min
03.21 - Spain Today News 13 September 2026
🇪🇸 Spain Today’s key stories:1. Amnesty Law Draft at the Constitutional CourtConservative magistrate José María Macías drafted an opinion supporting the Supreme Court’s refusal to grant amnesty to Catalan independence leaders including Jordi Turull, citing embezzlement. He argues that the court’s interpretation of personal financial benefit—saving personal funds through public expenditure—is grounded in law. The draft goes to a 22 September vote and is expected to be rejected, restarting the process and affecting Carles Puigdemont’s legal outlook.2. Overseas Voting Rights DisputeProgressive legal associations criticized the Supreme Court’s interim freeze on voting rights for more than 408,000 people who obtained nationality under the Democratic Memory Law. They say blocking CERA electoral-roll registrations harms fundamental rights and creates unequal treatment. Justice Minister Félix Bolaños called the decision legally questionable and urged resolution before the 2027 elections.3. Left-Wing Primary PushIrene Montero announced plans to seek the 2027 general-election nomination through open primaries beyond Podemos. Her platform includes an €1,800 monthly minimum wage and a 30-hour work week. Sumar highlighted efforts to build a broader left-wing front, while Izquierda Unida said a unified coalition matters more than its leader.4. Ceuta Migration CrisisYouth Minister Sira Rego said around 2,100 migrant children, including 700 girls, remain registered in Ceuta and urged autonomous communities to accept transfers to the mainland. Police arrested eight people after separate incidents involving machetes, air pistols and pepper spray against migrant minors. Territorial Policy Minister Ángel Víctor Torres led talks on triage sites to speed repatriations to Morocco for people ineligible for international protection.
- 1 weeks ago21 min
03.19 - Spain Today News 11 September 2026
🇪🇸 Congress Approves Saharawi Nationality BillThe Spanish Congress approved a bill allowing Saharawis born under Spanish administration before 29 September 1977 and their first-degree descendants to obtain Spanish nationality by naturalisation. Up to 120,000 people could benefit, with a five-year application window and a reduced residency requirement of two years.School Bullying Repunts as AI Misuse SpikesBullying rose to 14.1% of Spanish students in 2025–2026. AI appeared in 23.5% of cyberbullying cases, including fake videos, audio manipulation, and identity theft; girls represented 60.3% of victims.Youth Suicide Attempts Multiply NinefoldAlthough suicide deaths have fallen 3.7% since 2022, attempts among young people have multiplied ninefold. A new State Suicide Registry will integrate forensic and medical data for prevention.Morocco Rejects Scapegoat Role in Ceuta CrisisMorocco rejected being used as a scapegoat after the mass crossing into Ceuta, where 70,000–80,000 people entered and at least 141 died. Spain has declassified 40 intelligence documents about warnings and transfers of unaccompanied minors.
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“Spain Today” is your go-to source for the latest news and in-depth analysis on everything happening in Spain, delivered in clear and concise English. From political developments and economic updates to cultural trends and social issues, our weekly episodes keep you informed on the key stories shaping the nation. Whether you’re an expat, a language learner, or simply interested in understanding Spain from an insider’s perspective, “Spain Today” provides a balanced and engaging overview of current events. Stay tuned, stay informed, and stay connected!
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