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PoliticsSpanish unions agree November 11 general strike over housing
Spanish trade unions UGT and CCOO, along with the Sindicato de Inquilinas, have agreed to hold a general strike on November 11. The action is a protest against the housing crisis and for the right to housing and decent wages. This marks the first general strike in Spain in 14 years and is scheduled to occur two days before the general election campaign begins.
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Politics · European UnionPedro Sánchez Calls Early Spanish Election for November 29
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called a snap general election for November 29. The move comes after his government's housing proposals were rejected by the Congress of Deputies, a defeat that has led to speculation about Sánchez's political future.
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PoliticsSpain's Parliament Rejects Housing Measures
Spain's Parliament has rejected two government measures intended to tackle the housing crisis. The votes were met with protests outside Parliament, and have led to speculation about early elections.
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Politics · European UnionSpanish Senate Rejects France Friendship Treaty During Macron Visit
The Spanish Senate has rejected the Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation with France. The vote occurred during a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron, who was attending a gala dinner at the Royal Palace.
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Politics · United KingdomSpain defeats England 3-2 in Nations League thriller
Spain came from behind to beat England 3-2 in their Nations League opener at Wembley. Lamine Yamal scored early for Spain, but England led 2-1 before halftime. Harry Kane missed a penalty while England was ahead, and Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winning goal for Spain.
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Politics · United StatesPedro Sánchez to Skip Trump UN Reception
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will not attend a reception hosted by US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly, citing agenda reasons. Sánchez is in New York to address issues including the Ceuta crisis and Spain's migration model.
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Politics · European UnionFeijóo expresses solidarity with Abascal after Tarragona incident
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the People's Party, has publicly shown his support for Santiago Abascal, the leader of Vox. This followed an incident in Tarragona where Abascal reported being approached by a man who spat at him. A man was detained in connection with the event.
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PoliticsSuspect arrested in Mexico for murder of Spanish student Claudia Tacoronte
Mexican security forces have arrested Francisco Javier “N”, alias “El Trompas”, the man accused of murdering Spanish student Claudia Tacoronte Aguilera. The 21-year-old was attacked near a medicinal plant fair in Cuautla, Morelos, and died from her wounds. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible robbery.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTwo soldiers evacuated from Ceuta after immigrant attacks
Two soldiers deployed in Ceuta were evacuated to a Madrid hospital after being attacked by immigrants. Defence Minister Margarita Robles visited them, though the extent of their injuries has not been specified.
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PoliticsSpanish student murdered in Mexico; Spain seeks justice
A 21-year-old Spanish student, Claudia Tacoronte, was murdered in Mexico on Saturday, September 12. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Álvarez has called for justice and a full investigation, with Mexican authorities examining the case under the protocol for femicide.
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Media · European UnionMigrants filmed holding baby dolphin aloft in Ceuta
Video footage from Ceuta shows a group of migrants holding a baby dolphin aloft on a beach. An environmental organisation has filed a complaint with the Civil Guard regarding the incident, which occurred on Trampolín beach.
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PoliticsAbascal accuses Sánchez of treason over Morocco and Ceuta
Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, accused Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of treason during a congressional session. Abascal stated Morocco is Spain's 'master', not friend, and demanded Sánchez's resignation if he cannot defend the country, referencing the Ceuta migration crisis.
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Conflict & SecuritySpanish PM Sánchez denies prior warnings of Ceuta migrant influx
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has denied his government received extraordinary warnings before the mass entry of approximately 72,000 migrants into Ceuta from Morocco. While acknowledging intelligence failures, he dismissed claims of prior specific alerts about the scale of the influx.
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Politics · Middle EastSpain Approves €165 Million Aid Package for Ceuta
The Spanish government will approve a €165 million emergency aid package for Ceuta. The funds are intended to address the economic fallout and strengthen public services following a significant influx of migrants in late July.
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MediaThieves steal Bronze Age gold from Villena museum in four minutes
Thieves stole more than 50 gold objects from the Treasure of Villena, a Bronze Age collection, in a raid lasting approximately four minutes. The estimated value of the gold alone is €1.7 million.
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Politics · Middle EastCeuta Neighbors Block Aid Trucks, Burn Migrant Camp
Dozens of Ceuta residents blocked Red Cross trucks delivering food to migrants, with some protesters damaging and burning part of a migrant camp. Police deployed riot control units and fired warning shots.
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Conflict & SecurityTwelve migrants arrested after attacking military patrol in Ceuta
Twelve migrants have been arrested in Ceuta following an incident where a military patrol was attacked with stones. Four soldiers sustained injuries during the early morning assault in the Benzú neighbourhood. The number of attackers is estimated to be between 30 and 40 individuals.
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