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The Audiencia Nacional has asked Guardia Civil to report whether it received any advance warnings before the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta, as the judicial investigation into the crisis continues. Judge María Tardón has requested information on whether any intelligence or operational reports in the days leading up to the crossings could have alerted authorities to what was about to happen. She has also requested details of the emergency response […]

The government says Spain’s labour market has continued to strengthen, with registered unemployment falling again during July. The Ministry of Labour says the number of people out of work has dropped to its lowest level for the month in many years, while Social Security affiliation remains close to record highs. Ministers say the figures reflect the resilience of the Spanish economy despite ongoing international uncertainty, although they acknowledge that challenges […]

Policia Nacional is investigating the death of a woman in Murcia as a suspected case of gender-based violence. A man has been arrested in connection with the incident while detectives continue their inquiries under judicial supervision. If confirmed, the case would become the latest suspected victim of gender-based violence in Spain this year. Authorities are urging anyone affected by domestic abuse to seek help through the specialist support services available […]

A €1.226 billion investment has been announced for what will become one of Europe’s largest data campus developments in Salas, Asturias. The project is expected to create thousands of jobs during construction and operation, significantly boosting the regional economy while strengthening Spain’s digital infrastructure. The government says the development represents a major vote of confidence in Spain as a destination for technology investment and will support the country’s growing demand […]

The Ministry of the Interior has published its provisional road safety figures for July, with 131 people losing their lives in traffic collisions on Spain’s roads during the month. While the number of journeys remained exceptionally high as the summer holiday season continued, authorities say too many lives are still being lost through preventable incidents. The Guardia Civil Traffic Group and the Directorate-General for Traffic are urging motorists to plan […]

AEMET is continuing preparations for next week’s total solar eclipse on 12 August, which is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors to northern and central Spain. Eclipse 2026Coverage of the total solar eclipse The meteorological agency will provide dedicated weather forecasts to help eclipse watchers find the best viewing locations, while authorities are advising travellers to plan journeys carefully as exceptionally heavy traffic is expected across many of […]

The government has intensified its response to the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta, with Defence Minister Margarita Robles calling on Morocco to carry out a full investigation into the events that led to the unprecedented influx. It is the first time a senior member of the government has publicly pointed to Morocco since the crisis began. Meanwhile, the Audiencia Nacional has requested reports from the Guardia Civil, Policía Nacional and […]

Guardia Civil has arrested two people in connection with the major Almorox wildfire in the province of Toledo, which burned thousands of hectares and threatened nearby communities last month. Investigators believe the fire was started through alleged negligence during agricultural work, although the exact circumstances remain under judicial investigation. The blaze formed part of the series of major wildfires that affected central Spain during July, prompting large-scale evacuations and a […]

The government has begun paying financial support to farmers across Spain to help offset the rising cost of fertilisers. The Ministry of Agriculture says the aid is intended to support the agricultural sector following sustained increases in production costs, helping farms remain competitive while maintaining food production. Officials say the payments form part of wider measures to strengthen the resilience of Spain’s farming industry.