Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has drawn sharp criticism from opposition parties, regional leaders, and foreign governments after attributing the recent Ceuta migrant crisis to Israeli and Russian disinformation. The controversy has intensified political divisions within Spain and prompted diplomatic demands for evidence from Moscow.
Maribel Morant pledged to increase staffing and resources for public health while reforming the education inspection system, which she criticizes as overly privatized and restrictive.
The Spanish Socialist Party has instructed its elected representatives to avoid upcoming demonstrations regarding Ceuta's management, alleging that the opposition PP is exploiting the city's humanitarian situation for political gain.
Spain's Sumar party has publicly distanced itself from the PSOE for a second consecutive day regarding the crisis in Ceuta and Melilla. This move comes amidst a 'tacit but forceful' warning from Morocco to Spain over the enclaves.
Spain's Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, has not ruled out leading the PSOE party once Pedro Sánchez steps down, suggesting the succession could occur at the end of the next legislature. He also advocated for general elections to be held after regional ones.
Spain's PSOE and PP parties are engaged in a heated dispute, with the PP leader challenging the Prime Minister to announce a royal visit to Ceuta, accusing him of subservience to Morocco.
A report highlights the actions of 'good public servants' who actively worked to curb corruption within the PSOE government, preventing further abuses that have recently dominated headlines.
Vox has offered the Popular Party (PP) a government pact in Ceuta, Spain, aiming to break ties with the PSOE. The two parties together hold a majority of 13 deputies.
The Spanish government is fractured over the decision to extend the operational life of the Almaraz nuclear power plant, with Sumar criticizing the PSOE for allegedly caving to energy companies and violating coalition agreements, while the opposition welcomes the move as a rectification.
The PSOE party is experiencing significant internal divisions in Madrid and Oviedo following contentious primaries for mayoral candidates, with rivals reportedly becoming lifelong enemies.
Spain's Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has lost 23,388 members since Pedro Sánchez became Prime Minister in 2018, with its membership dropping from 171,036 to 147,648.
The PSOE-A (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party of Andalusia) is focusing on party reconstruction and strategic use of primaries as it prepares for the 2027 municipal elections following recent electoral setbacks.
Junts has warned Pedro Sánchez that they will not provide any votes if Catalonia is not excluded from the distribution of unaccompanied minors arriving in Ceuta. Míriam Nogueras highlighted her party's pressure on the PSOE for a 2025 agreement on migrant minor distribution.
The ReActiva faction within Spain's PSOE party is demanding 'real' information from the government regarding the migration crisis in Ceuta, accusing it of managing image rather than the problem.
A Spanish judge has opened a separate economic investigation to trace payments made by the PSOE party to Leire Díez and alleged 'sewers' (cloacas), requesting bank account information from the party and individuals.
Spanish President Pedro Sánchez has granted three pardons to individuals convicted of corruption, a move that crosses a traditional 'red line' for the PSOE party, which has historically opposed such actions.
Two employees from the PSOE's organization secretariat claim that Cerdán instructed payments for Leire Díez, who was known as the party's 'plumber' and had access to the headquarters' parking.
Ministers from Spain's PSOE party, Puente and López, have escalated criticism against Madrid's president Isabel Díaz Ayuso regarding her management of fires, calling her 'mamarracha' and 'poison for coexistence'.
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has defended the current government and sought to alleviate concerns within the PSOE party, while also rebutting accusations from Feijóo.
Ana Mestre, the new president of the Andalusian Parliament, began her term with a walkout by the PSOE group led by María Jesús Montero. The incident occurred after Mestre repeatedly called for silence from socialist deputies and denied them the floor.
The Spanish government has accused Feijóo of leading a "failed opposition" that has surrendered the Popular Party to Vox. In response, Feijóo has positioned Sánchez as the "Mr. X" of all PSOE cases and promised a thorough clean-up of institutions.
The president of the PSOE, Cristina Narbona, acknowledged knowing Leire Díez, the party's 'fixer,' for years but denied being her godmother, while also discussing corruption cases and defending Zapatero's legacy.
The Deputy Secretary General of the PSOE, María Jesús Montero, reiterated her confidence in former President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, despite new testimonies from Julio Martínez and Plus Ultra partners in the Ábalos case, accusing them of changing their versions.
Reyes Maroto has been selected as the PSOE candidate for the mayor of Madrid after winning the party's primaries. She secured 1,045 votes, defeating Enma López who received 841 votes.
Junts per Catalunya is basing its strategy on the return of Carles Puigdemont, aiming to reverse the rise of Aliança Catalana following a recent TJUE ruling, while the PSOE remains expectant.
The leader of Spain's PP party, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, met with 50 mayoral candidates in Santiago de Compostela, urging them to aim for over 30 mayoralties and to 'erase' the PSOE party from municipalities.
Spain's UCO has uncovered that the former PSOE 'number two', Cerdán, significantly increased his cash spending at Servinabar, totaling 323,000 euros over 10 years, and moved substantial 'cash' during the period when Ábalos was awarding contracts in Transportes, with Cerdán's wife also receiving 18,700 euros without working.
The Madrid government, led by Ayuso, asserts that the 'Malinche' musical does not receive subsidies, following a request for explanation from the PSOE of Madrid after Ifema was listed among the musical's creditors.
A new CIS poll indicates that the PSOE maintains an almost eight-point lead over the PP, despite the recent conviction of former minister José Luis Ábalos. The survey suggests the ruling party's support remains strong.
Left-wing parties in Spain, including ERC, CUP, Comuns, Bildu, and Més, are urging Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez not to extradite a millionaire activist detained in Spain, rejecting a request from Donald Trump.
Secret notes from former President Zapatero to current President Sánchez reportedly reveal that Junts broke with the government due to the PSOE's alleged manipulation of the Constitutional Court and the Prosecutor's Office regarding the amnesty law.
The UCO deems it essential to examine the PSOE manager's mobile phone to determine the extent of a corruption plot within the party. Investigations reveal that Serrano allegedly financed 270,000 euros to the socialist scheme using public funds from Correos and arranged a job for Leire Díez.
A UCO report concludes that the former chief of staff for Prime Minister Sánchez facilitated a 'tailor-made' position for Leire Díez, known as the PSOE's 'plumber,' at the Correos postal service.
Joaquín Parra, convicted of hydrocarbon fraud, has testified before Judge Pedraz about meetings held in an alleged 'safe house' of the PSOE party, where he was assured that 'Pedro' was behind an operation to close the case against the Prime Minister's brother.
Rubén Villalba, a civil guard implicated in the Koldo case, has ratified before the judge that Leire Díez offered to advise him on Mercedes González. He claims the PSOE 'fixer' promised to rehabilitate him in exchange for damaging information about the UCO.
Ascensión Murillo, a former senator and historic leader of the PSOE in Extremadura, has died at the age of 64. She served as spokesperson for the Extremaduran socialists, a member of the National Executive, and first deputy mayor of Mérida.
The alternative left in Valencia, Spain, is attempting to unify and has launched Mónica Oltra's candidacy for mayor. This move comes despite Oltra currently having a pending trial.
Óscar López will compete against lawyer Silvia López Quivira in the primary elections for the PSOE party in Madrid, with Reyes Maroto and Enma López also running as pre-candidates for the municipal elections.
Prosecutors suspect that Spain's PSOE party financed a scheme to undermine judicial cases, with allegations that high-ranking officials did not order investigations into campaigns against the UCO.
The lawyer for Luis Bárcenas has accused the former leadership of the Interior Ministry of orchestrating 'Operation Kitchen' to protect Mariano Rajoy, while PSOE and Podemos place the former minister at the top of the alleged parapolice operation to steal documents from the former PP treasurer.
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has commenced its first round of primary elections, with a contested race for the Madrid City Council among the key contests for the May 2027 elections.
A director of Corporate Development at Isdefe, implicated in the PSOE plot, has resigned from her position 'out of respect' for her state-owned company and to avoid harming it during the judicial process, drawing attention to the Sepi president who remains in office with Sánchez's backing.
The Civil Guard has raided the Frigiliana Town Hall in Málaga, governed by the PSOE, as part of an investigation into alleged prevarication and embezzlement.
A CIS poll, based on regional data from Tezanos, indicates that Compromís could surpass the PSPV in the Valencian regional elections, with 34% of 2023 PSOE voters potentially switching to Compromís.
Arnaldo Otegi, leader of the Basque pro-independence party EH Bildu, has used Civil War symbolism to declare his party's readiness to co-govern with the PNV and PSOE, appealing to historical references to mobilize his base.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for 'courage' from the PSOE party, defending against a series of corruption scandals and urging socialists to prepare for a 'cruel battle' in the 2027 electoral cycle.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called a federal committee meeting for the PSOE to boost morale, while his wife, Begoña Gómez, faces scrutiny over her connections with businessman Carlos Barrabés.
This article suggests that Junts has adopted a 'Starmer path' strategy to ensure the PSOE continues to govern in Spain, drawing a comparison to UK politics.
A lawyer linked to the 'sewers' of the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party) has contradicted the Attorney General, denying that he introduced Leire Díez as a member of his law firm at Fortuny.
Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is reportedly considering legal action following the unauthorized leak of his private chat messages with his secretary and his personal agenda. The PSOE party and government sources have condemned the leak as a "witch hunt" and a violation of privacy.
The Public Prosecutor's Office has requested an eight-year prison sentence for former PSOE deputy 'Tito Berni' in the 'Mediator Case' for continuous bribery and membership in a criminal group. The list of 14 accused individuals includes his nephew, eight businessmen, and other officials.
The Public Prosecutor's Office has filed a complaint against a PSOE 'fixer,' a former SEPI chief, and an associate of Cerdán, investigating their involvement in four businesses: Mercasa, Enusa, ErriBerri, and Forestalia.
Businessman Aldama asserts that former minister Ábalos has significant information regarding the 'Zapatero case' and the financing of the PSOE, claiming Ábalos was coerced by Zapatero under orders from Pedro Sánchez.
The "Mascarillas case" (Masks case) erupted after a complaint by the PP party in the Assembly, following the PSOE's referral of regional president Ayuso's brother to anti-corruption authorities, an investigation that was later archived.
A former key ally of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for corruption, leading to increased pressure on the Prime Minister. The conviction is related to a mask scandal and has drawn significant attention in Spain and internationally.
Ernest Urtasun, spokesperson for Sumar and Minister of Culture, stated that the PSOE's 'Ferraz' (referring to its headquarters and leadership) remains a burden for the progressive majority, discussing his party's demands on the PSOE amid judicial scrutiny, housing, and party reorganization.
A man was shot in the foot at a house near Čelić, prompting a police investigation and a search warrant issued by the Tuzla Canton Prosecutor's Office. All participants in the incident have been placed under police supervision.
This article expresses disappointment with the current trajectory of the Spanish Socialist Party (PSOE), lamenting the perceived lack of courage among its deputies to force change.
Spain's Popular Party (PP) has re-registered a motion in Congress calling for new elections or a vote of no confidence, after previous attempts were vetoed by the PSOE and Sumar parties.
The Spanish Congress, at the behest of the PSOE, is set to approve prison sentences of up to two years for individuals who apply 'conversion therapies,' with only the PP and Vox voting against the measure.
The PSOE party in Carboneras, Almería, has once again challenged Minister Montero by blocking the declaration of nullity for the sentence that allowed the construction of the controversial Algarrobico hotel on environmentally protected land.
Salvador Illa has defended his administration and ignored Junts' recommendation to remodel the Catalan government, while also praising Sánchez as 'the best Prime Minister Spain has had' despite opposition warnings about alleged PSOE corruption.
The PSOE is pressing former Prime Minister Zapatero for explanations regarding the origin of 'jewels,' as a lack of public clarification has caused concern among socialists and damaged his image.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has alleged that Russia and Israel orchestrated a disinformation campaign surrounding the recent migrant influx into the enclave of Ceuta. The diplomatic dispute coincides with Italy extending temporary border checks along the Spanish frontier.
The political party warned that the autonomous city cannot serve as Europe’s backyard and called for the urgent relocation of 500 unaccompanied minors to prevent a humanitarian crisis.
This article commemorates the 40th anniversary of Teleprisión, a unique television channel created for inmates in Spain's Carabanchel prison, which was eventually censored by the PSOE government.
A significant institutional struggle is unfolding between Spain's PSOE and PP parties in both the Congress and the Senate, driven by an unequal distribution of majorities across the two legislative chambers.
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) and Italy's Democratic Party (PD) have criticized Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen before the Party of European Socialists for her support of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni regarding the Ceuta crisis, citing a lack of solidarity with Spain.
Melchor León, a PSOE deputy in Ceuta, has publicly criticized the Sánchez government, stating he misses "greater involvement" and noting that the Prime Minister went on vacation a day after visiting the city. León is also demanding the resignation of the government delegate in Ceuta.
Around 70 councilors have abandoned the PSOE party in Huelva since the 2023 municipal elections, including nine in the capital. This marks a significant political shift in a region previously considered an impregnable socialist stronghold.
The initial judge in the 'Leire case' has indicated that 'other people with a higher level of hierarchy in the PSOE's sewer network' may be involved, transferring the investigation into the alleged plot led by Cerdán to National Court Judge Santiago Pedraz.
Judge Santiago Pedraz has dismissed the request to accept the head of the Catalan referendum police investigation as an accuser in the 'Leire case', stating there is no concrete evidence that the former PSOE militant maneuvered against him.
The Popular Party (PP) will attend a meeting with the Spanish government regarding unaccompanied minors in Ceuta, despite Vox's boycott, while also criticizing the PSOE for repeatedly extending an anti-occupation law.
Spain's Socialist Party (PSOE) announced it will file a complaint with the Economic Crimes Prosecutor's Office in Madrid regarding the purchase of an attic apartment by Madrid regional president Isabel Díaz Ayuso. The PSOE described the transaction as a "colossal mess."
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) is calling for an Assembly meeting to demand that Madrid President Isabel Díaz Ayuso provide urgent explanations regarding the purchase of her penthouse.
Despite public outcry, Spain's two major parties, PSOE and PP, remain at odds over reaching an agreement on measures to combat the climate crisis, highlighting a political 'cold war' on the issue.
A witness testified before Judge Santiago Pedraz that Leire Díez, known as the PSOE's 'fixer,' commanded 'credibility and fear,' and that Koldo García referred to her as having significant influence within the party, calling Pedro Sánchez 'the one.'
The PSOE has designated Trini Amorós as its candidate for the mayor of Alicante, opting to bypass primary elections. The party's Valencia branch stated she is the best candidate to lead the socialist project and reclaim the mayoralty.
There is a call for the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) to convene a congress to thoroughly debate its program and prepare for a change in leadership.
A barometer survey reveals that Andalusians place more trust in Juanma Moreno than Feijóo, and more in Adelante Andalucía than the PSOE led by María Jesús Montero, to solve their problems, with housing being the primary concern.
Gerardo Pisarello, First Secretary of the Congress Bureau and candidate for Mayor of Barcelona, advocates for a broad left-wing front to counter neofascism. He also demands greater self-criticism from the PSOE regarding corruption cases but denounces 'lawfare' operations from the judiciary aimed at overthrowing the government.
Former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has attempted to calm concerns within the PSOE party, asserting his conviction of innocence and stating that no one is guilty until a firm sentence is issued, while also taking a jab at Felipe González and refuting accusations from Alberto Núñez Feijóo.
Feminists from Spain's PSOE party and 96 associations from Spain and Latin America have criticized Bibiana Aído at the UN, accusing her of attacking the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women, Reem Alsalem.
Julio Martínez has accused former Prime Minister Zapatero of being the mastermind behind an influence-peddling scheme. The government and PSOE are reportedly assuming the 'risk' of maintaining Zapatero's innocence, while the PP claims confessions in the Plus Ultra case point to Moncloa.
ERC (Republican Left of Catalonia) has criticized the Catalan government for the low level of state investment in Catalonia, calling it a 'failure of Illa.' The party also expressed disappointment with the PSOE's 'humiliation' of the Catalan executive and Junts' rejection of the investment consortium.
Deputies, senators, and regional leaders within Spain's PSOE are reportedly coordinating in secret to prevent a new regional funding model from reaching Congress.
Emiliano García-Page, president of Castilla-La Mancha, describes the autonomous financing model as a 'serious attack against equality' and positions himself as a guardian of the PSOE's 'solar' against Sánchez's potential compromises.
Catalan parties Junts and ERC are showing differing stances on their relationship with the PSOE following a ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (TJUE), with Jordi Turull of Junts stating the decision 'changes nothing'.
Spain's Central Operative Unit (UCO) suggests that Koldo García Cerdán ceased using his credit card upon the arrival of José Luis Ábalos at the Ministry, noting discrepancies between PSOE's expense reimbursements and Cerdán's bank movements.
Two Vox deputies were caught on an open microphone boasting about having 'privileged information' from a prosecutor and referring to a socialist politician as a 'witch,' prompting PSOE and Compromís to announce legal action.
The president of the Spanish Socialist Party (PSOE) has acknowledged 'worrying signs' in the Leire Díez case. Díez is testifying as a witness before Judge Santiago Pedraz regarding alleged maneuvers to destabilize judicial processes affecting the party or Pedro Sánchez's circle.
The UCO (Central Operative Unit) has warned that the PSOE allegedly used shell companies to pay Leire Díez and has requested the National Court judge to expand the analysis of the party's accounts to define the overall banking operation.
Juanma Serrano, once considered an emotional pillar for Pedro Sánchez, has been implicated in the PSOE 'sewers' scandal, marking his defenestration from the inner circle. After feeling offended when Sánchez chose Iván Redondo for Moncloa, Serrano later accepted the presidency of Correos, reportedly to "earn merits."
Judge Pedraz has postponed the court appearance of Cristina Narbona, president of the PSOE, who was called to testify in the Leire Díez case on July 15, after she reported the death of her mother.
The Basque Country has achieved 'participation' for its police in immigrant expulsions, a competence that Catalonia has long desired and was promised by the PSOE for 2025 but never granted.
An opinion piece discusses 'substitution theory' in Spain, criticizing coach Martínez for not replacing tired Portuguese players and Pedro Sánchez for seeking to replace all non-PSOE voters.
A significant majority of voters for Spain's PP and PSOE parties are calling for a pact on autonomous community financing. A CIS poll also indicates that 87.5% believe current democratic mechanisms are insufficient to combat corruption.
An investigation led by Judge Santiago Pedraz is implicating 14 high-ranking officials associated with the 'Leire Díez plot,' known as the PSOE's 'fixer,' in a corruption scandal.
The former PSOE organization secretary, Cerdán, has self-published a book detailing his isolation after being imputed, attributing his situation to negotiations with Junts and reiterating his innocence.
Diana Morant, the general secretary of PSPV-PSOE and a minister, formalized her candidacy for her party's primaries to run for the presidency of the Generalitat Valenciana, facing no opposition.
The PSOE has reported a 70% increase in earnings and significantly boosted its budget for executive compensation following a collegiate decision to replace Cerdán, declaring a surplus of 12.7 million euros.
Spain's Popular Party (PP) is demanding the resignation of Interior Minister Marlaska and the immediate dismissal of the Guardia Civil director, stating that the number of PSOE-linked individuals implicated now exceeds their parliamentary deputies.
The Popular Party (PP) and Junts per Catalunya have jointly criticized Salvador Illa in the Catalan Parliament, accusing the President of 'hiding' and 'remaining silent' regarding ongoing judicial actions related to corruption cases involving the PSOE.
The PSOE believes it only has options to regain control of the Valencian Community in 2027, citing a 'pulsation for change' there, while polls also suggest potential losses in Castilla-La Mancha and Asturias.
Significant but isolated voices and militant movements within Spain's PSOE are demanding a transition of power from Pedro Sánchez. Despite the growing internal criticism, these movements are disorganized and lack leaders, failing to challenge the party's internal support structures.
A political plot involving Spain's PSOE party has led to the investigation of five active high-ranking officials from state-owned companies, including the head of Sepi and the rescue fund.
A law approved by PSOE, Sumar, and BNG to transfer the AP-9 highway to Galicia is causing concern within the regional government, which fears it will incur significant costs and lacks sufficient guarantees, potentially exposing Galicians to a 4 billion euro bill.
Most regional secretaries-general of Spain's Socialist Party (PSOE) have distanced themselves from Castilla-La Mancha President Emiliano García-Page's call for early general elections, emphasizing that the decision rests solely with the Prime Minister.
Enma López has announced her candidacy for the PSOE primaries to become the mayoral candidate for Madrid, challenging Reyes Maroto. This move comes without the support of the federal executive, leading to López's resignation from the Federal Executive Committee.
The leader of the PSOE in Castilla y León has distanced himself and the local council from an anti-corruption operation in Soria, accusing the PP and Vox of attempting to smear them.
Critics within Spain's PSOE party are urging Federal Committee members to hold elections this year and for Pedro Sánchez not to run, citing a credibility crisis exacerbated by corruption scandals and political actions.
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has condemned the revelation of former Prime Minister Zapatero's messages, calling it a 'grave invasion of privacy' and a 'witch hunt,' asserting that 'not everything goes' in a state of law.
The Popular Party (PP) has expressed 'surprise' at the PSOE's reaction to a Supreme Court ruling, accusing the government of attacking judges and rebutting what it calls 'hoaxes' regarding the Gürtel corruption case.
Minister Bolaños justified the pardon granted to the councilman who exposed the Gürtel corruption case, citing his collaboration with justice, while members of the government and PSOE criticized the suspension of the four-and-a-half-year prison sentence for businessman Víctor de Aldama.
The Spanish Supreme Court has issued a strong condemnation against former minister José Luis Ábalos, Koldo García, and Víctor de Aldama, detailing their involvement in a corruption scandal related to mask contracts and other illicit activities.
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) is expediting its primary election calendar to select candidates for 2027, a decision made amidst a significant judicial and political controversy.
A poll asks whether the decriminalization of religious and Crown offenses in Spain should be approved, as PSOE and Sumar agree to force the closure of the amendment period in Congress to reactivate the relevant law.
A judge has ruled that Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, must stand trial on corruption charges. The court also ordered her to surrender her passport, citing concerns that her security detail might facilitate her escape.
Mónica Oltra and Gabriel Rufián have successfully convened all left-wing leaders to the left of the PSOE in Valencia, emphasizing the importance of unity for future political success.
The socialist spokesperson maintains that cases affecting the left are judged more quickly than those affecting the right and cites as an example the investigation into the leak of data from...
Spain's Popular Party (PP) will take their case to the Constitutional Court after PSOE and Sumar vetoed their demand for early elections in Congress. The PP is not giving up after the Mesa prevented a motion, which Junts also supported, from being debated and voted on.
The PSOE has halted Ayuso's 'conceived not born' law in the Assembly due to formal defects, with parliamentary sources indicating that missing reports were sent later, prompting a new amendment period.
Investigators from the UCO have accessed thousands of accounting records from the PSOE headquarters, covering 2024 and 2025, to contrast evidence related to an alleged plot.
The PSOE party has denied paying two invoices to a lawyer involved in the 'Cerdán plot' case, asserting that these payments were not part of their official accounting. The party stated it refused to pay the bills, which were reportedly outside their official financial records.
The ruling socialist party has petitioned Judge Pedraz to limit financial document access solely to prosecutors, warning that broad judicial requests could compromise unrelated citizens' privacy.
Rallies supporting the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, organized by the People's Party and municipal federations, have sparked political division, with the PSOE characterizing them as protests against the central government.
A Basque entrepreneur has been detained in Abu Dhabi on allegations of orchestrating a plot against Colonel Balas through corrupt political channels and leveraging connections to protect his business interests.
Spanish Transport Minister Óscar Puente attempted to de-escalate the debate surrounding the succession of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. He stated that his previous comments could apply to any succession, from the Pope to Mbappé or Angelina Jolie's boyfriend, without ruling himself out as a future PSOE leader.
The Spanish government is facing significant criticism and internal turmoil within the PSOE party for its perceived inaction regarding the situation in Ceuta. Critics suggest the government's response has been inadequate.
The PP and Vox parties are reportedly gaining ground in 38 provinces, potentially securing between 196 and 204 seats, while the PSOE loses territory and Vox challenges for second place in 19 provinces.
The political party Sumar faces a blow to its credibility as its green agenda appears to falter with the PSOE over an agreement concerning the Almaraz nuclear power plant, despite a government pact on nuclear closures from 2027.
Spain's Popular Party (PP) has challenged the Socialist Party (PSOE) to summon the Moroccan ambassador, urging the government to defend Spain's territorial integrity and prevent a repeat of what they term an 'invasion'.
Despite footballer Ferran Torres agreeing not to receive financial compensation, the PSOE is questioning his appointment as an ambassador for the Valencian Community, seeking transparency on any associated expenses.
The PSOE-M has accused Isabel Díaz Ayuso of constructing a 'mountain of lies' regarding a luxury penthouse, demanding to know who decided on its acquisition, the comparison elements, criteria, and contracting board involved.
Junts has accused Salvador Illa of 'sinking' Catalonia and 'deteriorating coexistence' after two years of his government, criticizing the president for being 'absent' during crises and 'obedient' to PSOE interests.
A survey reveals a cultural divide in Spain, with PP and Vox voters preferring paella and fruit for summer meals, while PSOE supporters opt for barbecues, though 66% of Spaniards plan to spend around 1,500 euros on holidays.
Five individuals, including a national police officer, have been arrested for verbally abusing Spanish Minister Reyes Maroto following Spain's World Cup victory, with sources indicating insults were directed at her, the PSOE party, and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
The Madrid regional government, led by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, is facing demands from opposition parties PSOE and Más Madrid to disclose details of its recent purchase of a penthouse in Chamberí. Ayuso has denied that the apartment is intended for her personal use, stating it was not bought for her.
Testimonies from two PSOE employees suggest the party's potential indictment in the 'fontanera' case, claiming Cerdán ordered ticket purchases for Leire Díez and authorized her access to Ferraz.
Berna León, a sociologist and public-policy expert who previously worked at Harvard, has left his US academic post to join Fundación Avanza, the policy think tank of Spain's Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE).
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has accused the Popular Party (PP) of shying away from a pact against the climate emergency solely due to "political calculation," believing the PP wants to avoid being at odds with the far-right Vox party.
Alfonso Rueda's Popular Party has expanded its absolute majority in the Galician regional elections, securing 40-42 seats, while the BNG saw a decline and the PSOE remained at historic lows. Vox and Sumar failed to gain parliamentary representation.
The text, which will be approved next Tuesday in the last Council of Ministers of the term, will benefit almost four million people and also contemplates raising the VAT on tourist flats to...
Cristina Narbona, president of the PSOE, has stated that she will not be charged, affirming that she told the judge everything she knows and denying any illicit dealings with a party operative.
The Socialist Party (PSOE) is appealing the dismissal of the case against Isabel Díaz Ayuso's chief of staff, requesting the court to exhaust all avenues to investigate the leak of two journalists' identities, citing the investigation and sentence of the Attorney General as an example.
The political parties PSOE and Más Madrid are demanding that Madrid Mayor Almeida stop the eviction of Casa Árabe. The opposition considers the measure 'partisan and a result of cultural sectarianism.'
Reyes Maroto has won the PSOE primary election, securing her candidacy for mayor of Madrid against Enma López. Maroto will now represent the Socialist party in the upcoming municipal elections.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo of the PP party is accelerating his electoral campaign, announcing candidates in all capitals and criticizing the PSOE, ten months before the elections.
Junts has stated that the amnesty law does not pave the way for reconciliation with the PSOE, demanding compliance with Catalan interests. Meanwhile, former Prime Minister Zapatero has publicly defended the amnesty, asserting it strengthens Spain's rule of law.
Junts per Catalunya continues to keep its distance from the PSOE following a European Court of Justice ruling that supports the amnesty law, with Puigdemont's defense insisting on immediate resolution of appeals and lifting of arrest warrants.
Diego Villafañe, right-hand man to García Ortiz, admitted to discussing a meeting with a PSOE 'plumber' with the former attorney general but claimed he did not attach importance to it.
Spain's PSOE party and its allies, including PNV, Esquerra, and Sumar, swiftly approved the new president of the CNMC (National Commission on Markets and Competition) until 2032, with the candidate facing minimal questioning during the 15-minute suitability examination.
Judge Pedraz has summoned Ana María Fuentes, the manager of the PSOE, to testify on September 9 as a suspect in the 'Ferraz sewers' corruption case, believing her to be "at least" an accomplice to several crimes.
Enma López has gathered sufficient endorsements to challenge Reyes Maroto in the PSOE Madrid primaries, while Óscar López is the sole candidate at the regional level.
The UCO (Central Operative Unit) has implicated Juanma Serrano, former Chief of Staff to Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez, in operations related to obtaining business benefits and defending PSOE or government members' interests.
The commissioner Aldama and his lawyer have appeared unexpectedly before Judge Ismael Moreno, who is investigating the secret case concerning the alleged irregular financing of the PSOE, following threats from Delcy Rodríguez.
A rebellion by several councilors over the Algarrobico issue has led to a split within the local PSOE party, with María Jesús Montero stating they no longer belong to the party.
María Jesús Montero, Deputy Secretary General of the PSOE, has expressed regret over trusting Vicente Fernández following his imputation in the Leire case. She believes the former SEPI president acted in a 'sly' manner and 'was involved in all the scandals'.
An article questions whether six socialist deputies in the Spanish Congress might be willing to provoke new elections, highlighting internal party dynamics.
The leadership of Spain's Izquierda Unida (IU) party, led by Antonio Maíllo, believes the current cycle of the Sumar coalition is exhausted and calls for new leadership to attract votes from a declining PSOE.
The former Extremadura PSOE councilor and current president of Enresa has been charged in a case involving alleged preferential treatment for Iberdrola in a solar park project, which prosecutors deemed 'manifestly contrary to regulations.'
The Spanish government has affirmed its continued confidence in Mercedes González, despite her recent indictment in connection with the 'sewer case' involving the PSOE party.
This article analyzes the political dynamic between Spain's Partido Popular (PP) and Vox, suggesting that the perceived noise and confrontation between them ultimately benefits the Socialist Party (PSOE). It delves into strategic political positioning.
The full City Council of Don Benito unanimously voted to abandon the proposed merger project with Villanueva de la Serena, with all municipal groups, including a significant change in stance from the PSOE, agreeing to maintain cooperation only through their existing commonwealth.
The Spanish Socialist Party (PSOE) has escalated its offensive regarding the DANA storm, filing a lawsuit with the Supreme Court against former Valencian President Mazón for alleged false testimony in a congressional investigation commission concerning his actions and management of the emergency.
Spain's UCO police unit discovered a handwritten agenda belonging to former PSOE organization secretary Santos Cerdán, containing notes that allegedly link him to kickbacks related to the public rescue of Tubos Reunidos.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing increasing pressure and criticism as multiple corruption cases involving his inner circle continue to emerge. Opposition parties are calling for accountability, while Sánchez attempts to downplay the allegations as isolated incidents.
The PSOE Federal Committee is grappling with internal dissent, including new 'misaligned' members Cotrina and Martínez. Additionally, Page is expected to demand a vote of confidence or new elections from Sánchez, citing a worsening situation.
This article reports on PSOE and PP deputies publicly declaring their homosexuality in the Congress tribune and expressing differing opinions on the new LGTBI+ law.
Jacobo Teijelo, a lawyer hired by the PSOE, has acknowledged holding meetings with Leire Díez at the Prosecutor's Office, defending his actions as professional legal advisory work for the party.
An editorial discusses the political climate in Spain, noting that the country is facing pressure and suspicions that are eroding the credibility of some political actors and creating difficulties for the survival of the executive and the PSOE.
Yolanda Santos, a former councilwoman from Soria, Spain, has resigned from her position and left the PSOE party following her arrest in an operation investigating alleged irregularities in contracting.
A corruption network has reportedly reached the highest levels of the PSOE and PNV, with 1,288 messages exchanged between Leire and the socialist vice-lehendakari, and the plot receiving 247,459 euros in commissions from Tubos Reunidos.
The Civil Guard conducted a search of the Soria City Council offices, with the investigation, opened by the civil and instruction court, reportedly related to the Commerce department.
The article discusses the position of the PSPV (Socialist Party of the Valencian Country) in light of the ongoing crisis within the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party).
The leader of Spain's PP, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, urged other defendants in cases affecting Sánchez's circle and the PSOE to 'benefit from telling the truth,' citing the reduced sentence for Aldama after confessing commission payments.
Koldo García, a former aide to ex-minister José Luis Ábalos, expressed his strong disapproval of the court's decision following his conviction, stating that 'all of Spain has seen that this is a savagery.' He and Ábalos had reportedly relied on an offer from the PSOE to avoid imprisonment.
A clandestine network, referred to as 'Leire's sewer,' reportedly synchronized its activities with the parliamentary investigation into 'Operation Catalonia,' allegedly leveraging the PSOE's influence in parliamentary inquiries to target prosecutors and the UCO.
Moncloa believes that the shared experience of judicial harassment related to corruption against their families unites Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez and former Prime Minister Zapatero, a sentiment that raises questions within the PSOE.
The President of the Congress, Francina Armengol, has announced she will not seek to regain the Balearic regional government, instead offering herself to lead the PSOE list for the national Congress.
The Mesa of the Spanish Congress has once again blocked a vote on holding early elections, with PSOE and Sumar uniting their forces. However, they will allow a debate on a vote of confidence for Sánchez.
The leadership of Spain's PSOE party has rejected what it calls a 'personal lynching' against former Prime Minister Zapatero, his daughters, and his secretary, dismissing fears about information an ex-socialist militant might reveal.
The PSOE party in Almería has temporarily expelled councilors who have defended the Algarrobico hotel for two decades, fearing the developer might demand compensation for its demolition, highlighting the party's long-standing 'posturing' on the issue.
Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero denied committing serious crimes after testifying before Judge Calama, asking for public trust. The government and PSOE reiterated their support for Zapatero, while ERC spokesperson Gabriel Rufián demanded clarification on who gifted Zapatero jewels and for what in relation to his court appearance.
PSOE and Sumar are criticized for denying a vote to request early elections from President Sánchez, despite having previously allowed similar initiatives regarding exclusive executive prerogatives.
