Madrid, 25 (EFE).- Antonio Tejero, the former lieutenant colonel of the Spanish Civil Guard who led the coup attempt on Feb 23, 1981, died Wednesday at the age of 93 in Alzira, Valencia. His death coincided with the Spanish government’s declassification of secret documents pertaining to the attempted coup. “It is with deep sorrow that … Read more
New Delhi, (EFE).- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez defended on Wednesday the necessity of imposing rules on social media platforms to counter algorithms that propagate violent, pornographic, or hateful content, criticizing X owner Elon Musk for reacting with “crude” and “threatening” responses. “Ultimately, insecurity is not generated by a 14-year-old foreign minor in the United … Read more
Madrid, (EFE).- The Spanish Congress of Deputies rejected a bill on Tuesday promoted by the far-right Vox party that sought to ban the use of Islamic veils such as the niqab and the burqa in public spaces. The initiative was defeated with 177 votes against, primarily from the governing coalition and its left-wing partners, versus … Read more
Madrid (EFE).- Storm Joseph caused the death of a woman in Málaga on Tuesday, as well as accidents, floods, landslides, and evacuations in Galicia, Andalusia, and Castile and León. It is expected to strengthen on Wednesday. As of Tuesday, the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) warned of the destruction caused by the high-impact phenomenon, including a … Read more
Barcelona (EFE).- Four people were seriously injured, and 33 others were treated by medical teams following the accident on Tuesday night when a retaining wall collapsed, killing the driver. The accident occurred on a commuter train between the towns of Sant Sadurní d’Anoia and Gelida, some 40 kilometers (24 miles) from Barcelona, on a day … Read more
Madrid (EFE).- Spanish authorities are still working to clarify the causes of the railway accident that occurred on Sunday in the province of Córdoba, whose provisional toll rose to 42 dead and over 100 injured. Autopsies have already been performed on 38 mortal victims (10 of them identified thanks to fingerprints). In addition, three bodies … Read more
Zaragoza, Spain, Dec 29 (EFE).- Cecilia Giménez, author of the “Ecce Homo” 2012 viral restoration, died on Monday at 94, the mayor of Borja, Spain, Eduardo Arilla, confirmed to EFE. ”We have lost a beloved person,” a woman “of immense kindness” who had a “hard” life and was “very strong” because she knew how to … Read more
Jakarta/Valencia (EFE).– Indonesian rescue teams will resume on Sunday the search for a Spanish man and three of his children who have been missing since Friday following the sinking of a tourist boat near Padar Island, east of Bali, authorities said. In a statement, Indonesia’s Search and Rescue Agency (SAR) clarified that the missing are … Read more
International Desk (EFE).- The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) accepted Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 on Thursday, leading to the immediate withdrawal of Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia, who had previously announced their intention to do so. In addition to Iceland, these countries confirmed that they would withdraw from the 2025 edition of the musical … Read more
Madrid, Nov 27 (EFE).- Socialist deputy and former transport minister José Luis Ábalos (2018-2021) was sentenced by the Supreme Court to provisional imprisonment without bail for his alleged involvement in a plot involving irregular contracts for face masks during the Covid-19 pandemic. Judge Leopoldo Puente also ordered provisional imprisonment without bail for Ábalos’ former advisor, … Read more
Madrid, Nov 18 (EFE).- Spain will release 615 million euros in military assistance for Ukraine next month and an additional 202 million euros for reconstruction, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced Tuesday during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s official visit to Madrid. Sánchez said the new package is part of the 1 billion euros in military aid … Read more
Valencia, Spain (EFE).- Rosalía lit up the Los40 Music Awards Santander 2025 gala with her fourth studio album, Lux, which she released on Friday, and performed one of its songs, “Reliquia,” live for the first time, opening the show with an orchestra and surrounded by candles. The international star was the first to perform at … Read more
Barcelona, Spain, Oct 31 (EFE).- The Sagrada Família in Barcelona surpassed the Ulmer Münster in Germany as the world’s tallest church by a few meters after placing the first large piece of the cross that will crown the Jesus Christ tower. According to the Barcelona church, this first piece of the cross raisebs the basilica … Read more
Valencia, Spain, (EFE). – A massive demonstration in Valencia’s city center commemorated on Saturday the first anniversary of the floods that killed 229 people, demanding the resignation of regional president, Carlos Mazón, over his management of the emergency. The demonstration, convened every month since Oct 2024 by 200 social, civic, and trade union organizations, ended … Read more
Madrid (EFE).- Spain’s lower house of parliament approved on Wednesday a total arms embargo on Israel, a measure announced in September by Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in response to Israel’s ongoing military offensive in the Gaza Strip. The Congress of Deputies ratified a royal decree that legally consolidates the “total” suspension of arms sales … Read more
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
Jerusalem/Madrid, Apr 24 (EFE).- Israel “strongly condemns” the Spanish government’s decision to unilaterally rescind a contract to purchase ammunition from the Israeli company IMI Systems, an Israeli Foreign Ministry spokesman told EFE on Thursday. The spokesman added that Israel considers the decision “sacrifices security considerations for political reasons.” The Foreign Ministry said that the Spanish … Read more
Barcelona, Spain, Mar 31 (EFE).- Hundreds of protesters gathered in Barcelona on Monday to express their outrage over the acquittal of footballer Dani Alves on sexual assault charges by the High Court of Justice of Catalonia (TSJC). The feminist demonstration, organized under the slogan “Shame and Impunity,” featured chants such as “We Believe you, Sister!” … Read more
Barcelona, Spain (EFE) Dec 17.- A Barcelona theater hosted the first film screening for naked audiences in Spain, an event simultaneously replicated in cinemas in Madrid and Valencia to challenge the taboos around nudity. The debut film “You Are Not Me” by Spanish screenwriters and directors Marisa Crespo and Moisés Romera took center stage in … Read more
International desk, Sep 25 (EFE).- Pedro Sánchez, the president of the Spanish government, said on Wednesday that the Mexican government’s decision not to invite King Felipe VI to the inauguration of president-elect Claudia Sheinbaum was “unacceptable” and “inexplicable.” Spain announced on Tuesday night that it would not be sending a representative to Sheinbaum’s inauguration on … Read more
Madrid, Jun 10 (EFE).- The leader of the Sumar and Spain’s second deputy prime minister, Yolanda Diaz, said Monday that she is stepping down from her role at the helm of the left-wing party in the wake of its poor performance in the European Parliament elections. Sumar, a junior partner of the Spanish Socialist Workers’ … Read more
Rubiales to appear before judge Friday over kiss incident Madrid, Sep 12 (EFE).- Former Spanish soccer federation President Luis Rubiales was summoned Tuesday to declare before a judge later this week in a sexual assault and coercion case filed after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso during the World Cup final ceremony. One day after admitting … Read more
Bangkok, Sep 7 (EFE).- Thai police said Thursday it is concluding the investigation report into the murder of a Colombian surgeon on Koh Phangan to which a Spanish chef confessed and that it plans to deliver it to the prosecutor’s office in mid-September. “We are concluding the report. We are missing several blood and DNA … Read more
Madrid, Jul 23 (EFE).- The conservative Popular Party won the largest share of votes in Sunday’s Spanish general elections, but even an alliance with the far-right Vox will not be enough for a majority in parliament. Based on nearly 100 percent of the vote, the PP will have 136 seats in the lower house of … Read more
By Jose Miguel Blanco Boao, China, Mar 30 (EFE).- Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez put his nation forward as a “reliable” partner for China in trade, investment and conflict resolution at the Boao Forum in China’s Hainan province on Thursday. Sánchez’s intervention at the opening of the annual summit was the first engagement of his … Read more
Madrid, Mar 22 (EFE).- A no confidence motion filed by far-right politicians against the left-leaning coalition government of prime minister Pedro Sánchez flopped in parliament Wednesday. The Vox party presented 89-year-old economist Ramón Tamames, a former Communist Party member, as a replacement for the Socialist Party (PSOE) leader Sánchez. The motion provided a platform for … Read more
Toledo, Spain (EFE).- Archeologists in Spain have discovered cold water pools, known as frigidarium, at an ancient Roman bath house in the central city of Toledo. The pools, which have “important” decorative elements and date from the second century AD, cover an estimated area of 3,000 square meters, lead archaeologist Carmelo Fernandez said. The discovery … Read more
Helsinki, Mar 3 (EFE).- Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez on Friday called on Turkey to agree to the accession of Finland and Sweden into Nato, which he hopes can be achieved before the alliance’s next summit in Lithuania in July. Sánchez was addressing a press conference in Helsinki alongside Finnish prime minister, Sanna Marin, during … Read more
Valladolid, Spain, Mar 1 (EFE).- Young people from a small town in central Spain are spending their afternoons spinning records and mixing tunes at the country’s first publicly funded electronic music school. The “Who is in da school” project came about when DJ María Arias decided to focus all of her time on her passion … Read more
Barcelona, Spain, Jan 22 (EFE).- Hundreds of supporters of Spain’s right-wing parties, including the far-right Vox, demonstrated in Barcelona on Sunday against the left-wing coalition government of prime minister Pedro Sánchez. The conservative People’s Party of Catalonia (PPC), the liberal Ciudadanos (Cs), and the conservative Valents were the other right-wing parties represented at the rally, … Read more
Madrid, Jan 12 (EFE).- A Spanish supreme court judge on Thursday dropped charges of sedition leveled against the former leader of the Catalonia region Carles Puigdemont after Spain’s government scrubbed the crime from the country’s penal code. Puigdemont, who exiled himself to Belgium following Catalonia’s unsanctioned referendum and subsequent declaration of independence from Spain in … Read more
Madrid, Dec 27 (EFE).- The Spanish government put forward a new raft of measures to tackle the cost of living crisis on Tuesday that will see VAT slashed on food products over the next six months. Prime minister Pedro Sánchez discussed the third package of measures to mitigate the economic fallout of the war in … Read more
By Sergi Escudero Barcelona, Dec 21 (EFE).- Lionel Messi won the 2022 World Cup in an “extraordinary fashion” but his high level performance at the tournament at the age of 35 was not surprising given his career-long track record of proving himself a decisive factor on the pitch, says his former teammate, FC Barcelona and … Read more
Jarandilla de la Vera, Spain, Dec 8 (EFE).- Hundreds of bonfires and brooms burned through Wednesday night in the town of Jarandilla de la Vera in western Spain, in a centuries-old religious rite to honor the Virgin Mary’s Immaculate Conception. Thousands of people gathered for the “Escobazos” (Spanish for broom strokes) to drink wine and … Read more
Doha, Nov 30 (EFE).- Spain coach Luis Enrique on Wednesday insisted his players would be aiming to beat Japan and top Group E amid questions about whether La Roja will try to come second to secure an easier opponent in the round of 16. Spain take on the Samurai Blue on Thursday knowing that a … Read more
Madrid, Nov 30 (EFE).- Spain on Wednesday insisted that no deaths were recorded on its territory during a mass attempt by migrants to storm the border to the Spanish enclave of Melilla earlier this year in which 23 people died. On June 24, some 23 people died in an attempt by hundreds of migrants to … Read more
Zaragoza, Spain, Sep 28 (EFE).- Spain’s international news agency EFE is undergoing a transformation to offer new products underpinned by an innovative and transversal approach all the while upholding the quality of its information, the organization’s president Gabriela Cañas told the World News Media Congress Wednesday. In her address to the congress, which has convened … Read more
