Madrid, (EFE).- A group of 21 Spanish activists of the Global Flotilla Sumud landed on Sunday in Madrid, along with several colleagues from the Netherlands and Portugal, after being detained by Israel when they tried to reach the Gaza Strip by sea. Wearing white T-shirts and raising their fists in victory, most of the group … Read more
Málaga, Spain (EFE).- Fans lined up for hours under the sun on Thursday as some of the biggest names at the first-ever Comic-Con Málaga, including Aaron Paul, Dafne Keen, and Luke Evans, greeted their admirers with autographs and photo sessions priced at up to 90.75 euros. It marks the first time the world’s most recognized … Read more
United Nations, Sep 24 (EFE). – Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Wednesday in New York that a ship will be sent to support the Global Sumud flotilla carrying aid to the Gaza Strip, following several attacks. According to Navy sources, the ship being deployed is the BAM (Maritime Action Ship) “Furor.” Sánchez said, … Read more
Madrid, Sep 18 (EFE).- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz showed their differences on Thursday over the response to Israel’s operations in Gaza, the term genocide, and the opportunity to recognize Palestine as a state. The prime ministers met on Thursday at the Moncloa Palace during the German chancellor’s first visit … Read more
Madrid, Sep 14 (EFE).- Pro-Palestinian protests in several streets in Madrid’s city center forced an abrupt end to the Vuelta a España about 56 kilometers (34 miles) from the finish line. Despite the extensive police presence, the pro-Palestinian demonstrators managed to break through the security perimeter and occupy the road, cutting several sections of the … Read more
International Desk (EFE).- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated the Israel-Premier Tech team and its owner, Sylvan Adams, on Friday “for not giving in to hatred” during the Vuelta a España, where there have been protests against the Israeli team’s participation in the cycling race. “Great job to Sylvan and Israel’s cycling team for not … Read more
International Desk (EFE).- The devastation caused by forest fires in Europe has been significant, with thousands of hectares burning since Aug. 11. Spain According to estimates collected by the European Forest Fire Information System of the Copernicus program for Earth observation and monitoring of the European Union (EFFIS), almost 380,000 hectares have burned in Spain … Read more
Madrid, July 15 (EFE). – The Spanish government fears that violence against immigrants could spread across the country following riots in Torre Pacheco, Murcia. “Hate, when fueled by lies, becomes more flammable and can spread too quickly,” said government spokeswoman Pilar Alegría on Tuesday, referring to the disturbances in Murcia, which began after a 19-year-old … Read more
Madrid (EFE).- Spain reported 1,180 heat-related deaths between May 16 and July 13, 2025, a 1,035% increase compared to the 114 deaths recorded during the same period in 2024, according to Spain’s Carlos III Health Institute. The data was shared during a meeting of the Observatory for Health and Climate Change (OSCC), convened to assess … Read more
Sports Desk, Jun 2 (EFE).- Portugal won the Nations League for the second time on Sunday following a heart-stopping penalty shootout with Spain. The Spaniards started the game as the favorite, especially after sweeping into an early lead with Martin Zubimendi’s goal in the 21st minute. Portugal responded four minutes later with a drive from … Read more
By Marcel Gascón Kiev, May 21 (EFE).- Andriy Portnov, a former Ukrainian political figure assassinated on Wednesday in Pozuelo de Alarcón, near Madrid, held high-ranking positions under pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych. He was accused of helping suppress the pro-European Maidan protests and was sanctioned by the United States. Portnov, 52, served as a key legal … Read more
Madrid, (EFE).- Spain is struggling to recover from an unprecedented power outage that left the entire Iberian Peninsula in the dark on Monday, disrupting transport, hospital services, and daily life for millions. Authorities say 50% of power consumption has been restored, but the cause of the blackout remains unknown. Following an emergency meeting of Spain’s … Read more