Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has dissolved Spain's parliament and called an early general election for November 29 in an effort to break a prolonged legislative deadlock. The decision sets the stage for a new contest between the governing left and conservative opposition parties.
Spain's Electoral Roll Reaches 38.7 Million Ahead of November General Election
Spain's National Institute of Statistics says the number of eligible voters has risen by more than 1.2 million to 38.7 million ahead of the November 29 election. The total includes approximately 440,000 Spanish citizens living abroad.
Spain's Socialist Party Seeks Joint Senate Lists to Counter Conservative Opposition
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party is negotiating joint Senate candidate lists with allied left-wing groups ahead of November's general election. The initiative aims to prevent the conservative Popular Party and right-wing Vox from securing an absolute majority in the upper chamber.
Spain's Left-Wing Parties Explore Electoral Alliance Ahead of November Vote
Former Barcelona mayor Ada Colau and other progressive political figures are calling for a broader alliance among Spain's fragmented left-wing parties. The discussions aim to improve their parliamentary prospects against conservative opposition parties.
Spain's King Felipe VI Plans Historic Overnight Visit to Ceuta Amid Morocco Tensions
King Felipe VI is preparing to become the first Spanish head of state to spend the night in Ceuta, the Spanish territory on North Africa's coast. The visit carries diplomatic significance amid continuing negotiations with neighbouring Morocco over migration and border relations.
Morocco's King Mohammed VI Warns Spain Over Handling of Ceuta Migration Dispute
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has warned Spain against using the Ceuta migration crisis as diplomatic leverage while proposing a new framework for bilateral migration cooperation. The dispute has implications for border management between Morocco, Spain and the wider European Union.
Spain's Sánchez Leaves Open Possibility of Pardon for Former Attorney General
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has declined to rule out a government pardon for Spain's former attorney general in the coming weeks. The possibility has drawn criticism from opposition parties and renewed debate over the relationship between executive authority and judicial independence.
Spanish Unions Threaten Nationwide Strikes Over Inflation and Housing Costs
Spain's major labour unions have warned they could organise 24-hour nationwide strikes unless the government takes further action to protect workers' purchasing power. Union leaders cite persistent inflation and rising housing costs as mounting pressures on household finances.
Spain Condemns US Sanctions on International Criminal Court
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticised Washington's sanctions against the International Criminal Court, defending the independence of international judicial institutions and Spain's commitment to humanitarian law during an address to the United Nations.
EU and China Agree Framework to Cut Chinese Hybrid Vehicle Imports by 50%
The European Commission has reached a trade agreement with China to reduce imports of Chinese hybrid vehicles by half and introduce measures covering rare earth materials. The arrangement is intended to ease competitive pressures on automotive manufacturers in Spain and across Europe.
Bank of Spain Forecasts 2.6% Economic Growth as Inflation Climbs Toward 3.9%
Spain's central bank expects the economy to grow 2.6% this year despite forecasting inflation of 3.9%, driven partly by rising energy costs. The projections highlight continued economic expansion alongside pressure on household budgets and business expenses.
Barcelona Approves 150% Property Tax Increase for Tourist Apartments
Barcelona's city council has authorised a 150% increase in property taxes on registered short-term tourist apartments. The measure aims to discourage the use of homes for holiday rentals and increase the availability of residential housing in the city.
Spanish Housing Decree Disrupts Institutional Investors' Plans to Sell Rental Properties
Changes to Spain's national housing regulations have complicated efforts by large investment funds to sell their rental property portfolios. The restrictions are prompting institutional landlords to reassess their investment strategies in the country's residential real estate market.
Spain Reports Strongest Social Housing Construction in 15 Years
New government data shows that construction of protected and subsidised housing in Spain has reached its highest first-half-year level in 15 years. Increased public investment is supporting efforts to expand affordable housing supply amid sustained pressure on rents and property prices.
African Swine Fever Detected in Nine Wild Boars Near Barcelona
Catalan authorities have confirmed African swine fever in nine wild boars in Collserola Natural Park near Barcelona. Emergency biosecurity measures have been introduced to prevent the virus from spreading to domestic pigs and threatening Spain's pork industry.
Spain Warns Rising Petrol and Diesel Prices Could Weaken Household Spending
Higher fuel prices are increasing transport and distribution costs across Spain, placing additional pressure on household purchasing power and businesses. The trend complicates government efforts to contain living costs amid persistent inflation.
Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake in Panama Triggers Tsunami Alerts and Spanish Corporate Safety Measures
A powerful earthquake reported at magnitude 7.7 in Panama has prompted tsunami warnings across parts of Latin America. Spanish companies operating in infrastructure, banking and telecommunications have activated emergency continuity procedures in response to the regional disruption.
Spanish Court Bans Three Teenagers From Social Media Over AI-Generated Explicit Images
A Spanish court has imposed a multi-year social media ban on three young people convicted of creating and distributing sexually explicit artificial intelligence-generated images of female classmates. The ruling highlights growing legal scrutiny of digital sexual abuse involving AI technology.
Barcelona Residents Protest Rising Rents and Property Speculation
Hundreds of demonstrators have gathered in central Barcelona to demand action against rising housing costs and speculative property investment. Protesters raised concerns about housing shortages and the displacement of local residents amid growing demand from investors and international newcomers.
Valencia Protesters Demand Affordable Housing and Stronger Protection for Regional Language
More than 1,000 people marched through Valencia calling for improved access to affordable housing, increased public education funding and stronger official support for the Valencian language. Police monitored the peaceful demonstration.
Spain's Competition Regulator Calls for More Flexible Rules on Data Centre Development
The National Commission on Markets and Competition has urged Spain to reconsider energy and planning restrictions affecting data centre construction. The regulator warns that excessive barriers could undermine investment in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence facilities.
Madrid Opens Criminal Investigation Into Alleged Abuse of Infants at Nursery
A Madrid judge has opened an investigation into three nursery workers accused of covering infants' noses to force them to swallow food. The allegations have prompted calls for stronger safeguarding measures, including surveillance cameras in early childhood education centres.
Spain Orders Safety Inspections at Nearly 35,000 Schools
Spanish education authorities have launched structural and operational inspections across almost 35,000 public and private schools following recent safety incidents. The reviews aim to identify infrastructure risks and address concerns about long-term underinvestment in school facilities.
Madrid Stabbings Trigger Online Disinformation and Public Safety Concerns
A series of fatal stabbings in Madrid over a 48-hour period has been followed by the spread of misleading crime claims and xenophobic