Spain
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Portugal Faces Spain in High-Stakes World Cup Round of 16 Clash
Iberian rivals Portugal and Spain face off at AT&T Stadium today for a spot in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, with the winner set to meet the US or Belgium.
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Three Irish Nationals Killed in Spain Car Crash
Three Irish nationals from Co Westmeath have died following a car crash near Malaga, Spain, with one survivor remaining in serious condition.
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Spain’s Former Transport Minister Sentenced to 24 Years for Corruption
Spain’s Supreme Court has sentenced former transport minister José Luis Ábalos to 24 years in prison for his role in a multi-million euro corruption scheme involving pandemic-era public contracts.
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Real Madrid confirms Marc Cucurella signing during 2026 World Cup campaign
Real Madrid has finalized the €60 million signing of defender Marc Cucurella, who remains a key starter for Spain at the 2026 World Cup.
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FC Barcelona Star Lamine Yamal Named UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
At 18, Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal has been appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, focusing on children’s right to play as the organization highlights a global crisis in youth development.
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Spain Benches Stars Yamal and Williams for World Cup Opener
Spain has opted to keep Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the bench for their 2026 World Cup opener against Cabo Verde, citing recovery from recent hamstring injuries.
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Spain Opens World Cup Campaign Against Debutants Cape Verde
Spain faces World Cup newcomers Cape Verde in Atlanta today, marking the start of their Group H campaign. Teenage star Lamine Yamal is expected to feature despite recent injury concerns.
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Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons to contest Spanish extradition in Amsterdam court
Notorious gangland leader Steven Lyons is appearing in Amsterdam District Court today to formally oppose his extradition to Spain, where he faces charges related to a multi-million euro drug trafficking and money laundering network.
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Santiago-Rosalía De Castro Airport Closure: What Travelers Must Know
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport remains closed for major runway renovations until May 27, 2026, disrupting travel for thousands during the peak pilgrimage season.
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Barcelona Summit Marks Shift in Global Progressive Alignment
Global leaders and U.S. Democrats meet in Barcelona to forge a new progressive front, signaling a transatlantic response to rising authoritarian trends.
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Spain Greenlights Mass Regularization for 500,000 Migrants
Spain’s government has approved a royal decree to grant legal residency to roughly 500,000 undocumented migrants, aiming to address labor shortages and demographic challenges.
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Spain Approves Decree to Regularize 500,000 Undocumented Migrants
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a decree to regularize around 500,000 undocumented migrants, framing it as an act of justice and economic necessity.
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Ryanair Axes 1.2 Million Seats in Major Spanish Network Shift
Ryanair has confirmed the cancellation of 1.2 million seats across Spain for 2026, citing rising airport tariffs and regulatory conflicts as the carrier pivots resources toward Italy and Morocco.
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Spain Reopens Embassy in Iran Amid Fragile Truce
Spain announced the reopening of its embassy in Tehran, closed in March due to escalating conflict. The move signals a commitment to de-escalation despite ongoing regional tensions.
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Spanish Airport Strikes Force Travel Pivot to Rail
Widespread airport strikes in Spain are causing significant flight disruptions, driving travelers to switch to rail alternatives as costs for ground transport hit half the price of air travel.