Spain cracks down on "Black Axe" crime network in nationwide raids
The police arrest 34 suspects over fraud and money laundering in operation backed by Europol.
Warning: TikTok scam using AI videos of Spain's Princess Leonor
Fraudsters impersonate the heir to the throne to lure users into fake payment schemes.
Alleged cyberattack targets Spain's Endesa, exposing data of millions
Hackers claim breach of major energy firm as experts urge caution pending verification.
Braille closer to become UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2026 (World Braille Day on January 4)
Spain has led the effort, joining forces with France, Germany, and other European nations to highlight the cultural and social importance of Braille.
Canary Islands added to "no travel" list for 2026
Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, and Lanzarote have been placed on Fodor's Travel "No List" for 2026 amid overtourism concerns.
New Year LIVE: Follow the countdown to 2026 as it happens across the world
We are tracking the arrival of the new year across the globe in real time, with hourly updates, key moments, and live coverage from major celebrations.
Spain grants Airbus exception to Israeli tech ban
The cabinet allows continued use of Israeli technology to safeguard jobs and exports.
Spain and Turkey sign €2.6 billion deal for 30 training jets
HURJET aircraft to be delivered from 2028, marking Turkey's first export of the light trainer.
Europeans fear state pensions are unsustainable but reject reform options, poll shows
A new poll shows widespread concern over future affordability alongside strong resistance to cuts or higher retirement ages.
RTX's Raytheon secures $1.7 billion Patriot missile deal with Spain
Raytheon Technologies, a unit of United States defence group RTX, has won a $1.7 billion contract to supply Spain with four Patriot air and missile defence systems.
Spain conveys "full solidarity" with Denmark and Greenland after Trump appoints special envoy
Spain's prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has voiced full support for Denmark and Greenland after the United States appointed a special envoy to Greenland.
Spain's Christmas lottery spreads cheer in León after one of the worst forest fires in Spanish history
Spain's iconic Christmas lottery distributed a record €2.77 billion in prizes on Monday.
Spain's Extremadura election highlights growing far-right influence, adds pressure on Pedro Sánchez
VOX has doubled its representation in the western region of Extremadura.
Finalissima between Spain and Argentina confirmed for March 27, 2026
Three months before World Cup, the top two nations in FIFA's rankings face each other.
Germany, Spain, Nordics face off with France over Mercosur trade deal
On Thursday, Germany and Spain urged European Union leaders to move forward with the long-delayed Mercosur free trade agreement.
Guggenheim abandons Basque expansion after environmental backlash
The original Bilbao Guggenheim, which opened in 1997, is widely credited with helping revive the city's post-industrial economy.
Prime Video sets release date for its new docuseries on Spain's Special Group of Operations
Prime Video is bringing Pelayo back, but this time, with a very different kind of mission.
Germany, France and Spain push to resolve fighter jet standoff: Political leaders are now stepping in
The three countries will attempt this week to end a long-running dispute over Europe's next-generation fighter jet program.
Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Slovenia withdraw from Eurovision 2026 after Israel allowed to take part
Other countries, including the United Kingdom and Germany, confirmed they will continue participating.
Spain wins another Nations League title in a 180 minute final against Germany decided in 13 minutes
Spain beats Germany 3-0 in the second leg of the Nations League final.
EU vets deployed to tackle swine fever outbreak in Barcelona
The experts will survey a 6-kilometer exclusion zone around Bellaterra.
Spain dismantles neo-Nazi terror cell linked to American-based group known as "The Base"
Spanish police have dismantled the country's first known cell tied to the neo-Nazi group.
Spain deploys military to contain swine fever
African swine fever does not affect humans but spreads quickly among pigs and wild boar.
Scientists recover first treasures from Spanish galleon San José, the "'holy grail of shipwrecks"
The first glimpse of the treasure, potentially worth billions of euros.
Former Israel cycling team transforms into NSN Cycling, with Swiss and Spanish DNA, backed by Iniesta's company
Israel-Premier Tech has no traces of Israel left as it transforms into a Swiss team based in Spain.
50 years since Franco's death: Pedro Sánchez calls on Spaniards to heed lessons of dictatorship
"Democracy didn't fall from the sky," he writes.
Spain and Argentina will play a Finalissima in March 2026, and they could play more matches
Spain, Argentina, UEFA, and CONMEBOL are negotiating lucrative deals as we speak for even more friendlies in March before World Cup.
Spain marks 50 years since Franco's death
November 20, 2025. Fifty years since the death of the dictator.
Spain plans to join the world's fastest high-speed trains with a Madrid-Barcelona trip under two hours
This would allow trains to reach 350 km/h, a speed currently only achieved in China.
Convicted former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales, target of an "egg attack"
Luis Rubiales was thrown three eggs by his own uncle.
China and Spain meet to "work hand in hand"
King Felipe VI makes first state visit to China in 18 years.
Lamine Yamal released from Spanish national team, RFEF expresses "surprise and dismay" with Barça
Lamine Yamal underwent an intervention that prevented him from playing with Spain once again.
At least 3 dead and 15 injured after powerful tidal surge hits Tenerife
Officials warn of worsening sea conditions as emergency services urge public to avoid coastal areas.
Police dismantle first Tren de Aragua cell in Spain
Thirteen arrests across five cities in major operation against Venezuelan crime ring.
World's first white Iberian lynx captured on camera: "The white ghost of the Mediterranean forest"
The transformation may be linked to environmental exposure.
Valencia's regional leader resigns one year after deadly floods: "I can't go on anymore"
Carlos Mazón steps down amid mounting criticism over his government's handling of Spain's worst flood disaster in decades.
Barcelona's Sagrada Familia becomes the tallest church in the world
Now reaching a height of 162.91 metres, the basilica surpasses Germany's Ulm Minster, which held the record since 1890.
Valencian president heckled during state funeral for victims of the DANA: "Murderer, coward"
The state funeral was emotional and solemn, but before and after there were shouts and heckling against Valencian president Carlos Mazón.
Spain commemorates Valencia floods anniversary
One of Europe's deadliest flooding disasters in the last 50 years.
Alicante Airport closed after drone sighting
Police are investigating after drones were spotted near Alicante-Elche Airport, causing major disruption to flights from the United Kingdom.
Spain's new women's team coach debuts with a rout to Sweden in Nations League semi-finals
Alexia Putellas and Claudia Pina score, but Salma Paralluelo leaves injured.
Spain wants to stop changing the clocks
Spain, along with Finland and Poland, urges Brussels to review the twice-yearly clock changes.
Why has Spain broken an unbeaten record despite losing Nations League 2025 to Portugal?
Spain has not lost an official match since 2023, despite losing Nations League 2025.
Spain hits back at Trump's tariffs threat: It's going to hurt you more than us
Yolanda Diaz warns Trump that punitive measures over defence spending could backfire.
Trump threatens Spain with new tariffs just hours after tense handshake with Sánchez
"I'm very disappointed with Spain. They're the only country that didn't increase their membership to 5% in NATO."
Here's the tense moment Trump and Sánchez shake hands after the US president criticized Spain
"Spain. Where is Spain? Are you working with him regarding GDP? We will get closer."
Spain celebrates National Day with grand military parade in Madrid
The Royal Family leads the annual parade, which begins at 11:00 a.m. local time.
Trump on Spain: "Maybe you should throw them out of NATO"
"You'll have to call them and find out why they are a laggard. Maybe you should throw them out of NATO."
Another withdrawal from the Spanish national team: Dean Huijsen is injured
The Real Madrid defender is injured and, like Lamine Yamal and Rodri, is missing out on a call up from la Roja.
Building collapse in Madrid leaves four dead
A structure under hotel renovation crumbled near the city's historic center.
