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Almost 1.2 million of Spain's undocumented migrants apply for regularisation

Almost 1.2 million undocumented migrants have applied for legal status in Spain, with more than 600,000 requests already being processed, figures released on Thursday show. Initial forecasts predict that around half a million applications will be successful.

France 24

Spain's undocumented migrant amnesty scheme draws more than a million applicants

More than one million undocumented migrants in Spain have applied for legal status under a vast regularisation scheme launched in April that grants those eligible the right to live and work in the country. The window to apply for the programme closes Tuesday.

France 24

More than 1m migrants apply for legal status in Spain

PM champions more open immigration policies even as most of Europe cracks down

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Spain bucks European trend with mass amnesty of migrants

A mass amnesty of undocumented immigrants is currently underway in Spain. Bucking the trend of its European neighbours, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist government is embracing immigration to underpin its growing economy. However, the plan does not enjoy universal support. It faces strong criticism, in particular from the far right.…

France 24

Death toll rises to at least 188, more than 200 trapped

Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to northern areas rocked by a pair of powerful earthquakes that officials say killed at least 188 people and left more than 200 trapped. Many more were feared dead. Read our blog to see how the day's events…

France 24

Spain’s former transport minister jailed for 24 years in corruption case

This trial is one of several graft cases involving the entourage of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez

The Independent UK

From Meloni to Macron: How Trump’s relationships with Europe’s leaders fell apart one by one

IN FOCUS: Trump’s seemingly off-hand remarks about the Italian prime minister have sparked a diplomatic spat. But it is not the first time the mercurial leader has rubbed world leaders the wrong way, Maira Butt reports

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Spanish PM's wife ordered to stand corruption trial; barred from leaving country

A Spanish court has ordered Begona Gomez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, to stand trial by jury on corruption-related charges and barred her from leaving Spain.

The Times of India

Court bans Spanish PM's wife from leaving country

A Spanish court has ordered the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, Begona Gomez, to stand trial by jury for corruption and banned her from leaving the country, according to a court order released Saturday. The court said "instructions shall be issued to all border posts and civilian and military…

The Economic Times

Europe’s Russia dilemma: Why EU is opening a channel with Moscow despite Ukraine war

European Council President Antonio Costa defended his office's direct diplomatic outreach to Russia, emphasizing the need for communication channels despite the absence of immediate peace talks over Ukraine. While some EU leaders expressed concerns about uncoordinated efforts and maintaining pressure on Moscow, others, like Spain and Ireland, backed the initiative…

The Times of India

EU leaders back stronger trade defences amid Chinese export surge

EU leaders agreed on Thursday to strengthen trade defences against a Chinese exports surge that Brussels views as a threat to European industry, while maintaining “constructive dialogue” with Beijing. The move reflects growing concern over the EU’s dependence on China, as the bloc’s goods trade deficit reached about 360 billion…

France 24

Fact check: Can EU countries restrict or ban Israeli settlement imports?

Several EU states are weighing measures against goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Golan Heights – all considered illegal under international law. Some argue that rules that exclude such goods from Israel’s tariff-free trade deal are not being properly enforced.

Euronews

Pope urges action on 'tragic drama' of migration

MADRID - Pope Leo XIV called for a global response to the "tragic drama" of migration and said world peace was a "true global imperative" in an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'end to polarisation' as he makes the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years

The pontiff is set to deliver a mass in the centre of Madrid before moving elsewhere in Spain to Barcelona and the Canary islands. Pope Leo XIV is also expected to deliver an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament, where immigration is expected to take centre stage.

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Pope calls for end to polarisation on Spain visit

MADRID - Pope Leo XIV on Saturday called for an end to “polarising narratives” and “sterile simplifications” on a visit to Spain expected to focus on the divisive issue of immigration.

The Economic Times

Spain: Pope Leo says world crying for peace, urges leaders to temper divisions

Pope Leo has begun a week-long visit to Spain on Saturday. He called on world leaders to reject divisive politics and embrace peace. The Pope will meet with homeless people and migrants. He will also address the Spanish parliament. His visit highlights Spain's history of interfaith cooperation. The Pope's agenda…

France 24

Pope Leo visits Spain to highlight migration, meet victims of sexual abuse by clergy

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Spain on Saturday for a seven-day trip focused in part on migration, including a visit to the Canary Islands where he will honour thousands of migrants who died trying to reach Europe. Leo is also scheduled to meet with victims of sex abuse by Catholic…

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World crying for peace, Pope says on visit to Spain

Pope Leo XIV has touched down in Spain, where he's begun his week-long tour by urging world leaders against "fanning the flames of polarisation".

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PSOE's legal storm: Nine cases closing in on Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez

The government came under increasing pressure this week after authorities searched the Socialist Party's Madrid headquarters.

France 24

Clashes between armed groups in Colombia kill at least 52 guerrillas on eve of election

Fighting between rival armed groups killed at least 52 guerrilla fighters in the Colombian Amazon, one of the groups said Thursday. The clashes come just days ahead of crucial presidential elections that centre in part around rival strategies towards dealing with the country's decades-old insurgencies.

France 24

Russia looks to forced mobilisation after losing 500,000 soldiers in Ukraine

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, May 28, 2026: Papers discuss whether Russia could potentially invade Europe. But first, Spanish front pages cover the latest developments in the political corruption scandal that has hit the Socialist Party. Elsewhere, US President Donald Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool continues to make…

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Police search headquarters of Spanish PM's ruling party

Spanish police have searched the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party as part of an investigation into financial wrongdoing linked to party member.

The Guardian - UK

Zelenskyy asks Trump for help with air defences as Russia continues attacks – as it happened

Ukrainian president writes letter to Trump reqquesting more ammunition for its Patriot air defence systems

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