Madrid
Pro-Palestinian protesters demand cancellation of Israeli dance performance at Madrid theater
The theater's director, Ruperto Merino, rejected demands to cancel the performances, saying decisions about the artistic program were based on professional, not political, considerations.
Spanish police fire rubber bullets, arrest neo-Nazi extremists in massive housing crisis riots
Spanish far-right activists use Nazi-style salutes in anti-migrant protests
Spain declares national emergency as wildfires near Madrid, Avila force thousands to evacuate
Not only in Barcelona: Madrid's move against the tourists
Madrid follows Barcelona's lead in cracking down on tourists, halting new tourist apartment licenses to combat over-tourism - heavy fines for illegal rentals.
Two decades since 11M: Europe’s ongoing battle against jihadi radicalization
Since the 11M attacks two decades ago, Jihadist terrorism in Europe has evolved but is still a threat being daily addressed by the Spanish authorities and in Europe in general.
Israel says some Spanish officials align with Hamas, government rejects
The Israeli embassy in Spain said in a statement that Israel strongly condemned recent remarks by some members of the Spanish government, whom it did not specify.
Barcelona mayor who severed ties with Tel Aviv loses election
She was defeated by Xavier Trias, the right-wing candidate from the Junts party, a former mayor who Colau had previously unseated in 2015.
Two people killed, 10 hurt in Madrid restaurant blaze
The fire was started when a waiter flambéed a pizza and set fire to the walls and ceiling.
Barcelona's famous soccer team sends Israel a message of support
FC Barcelona's president Joan Laporta invited representatives of the Israeli embassy in Spain to their soccer match against Manchester United.
‘Barcelona made big mistake canceling ties with Israel’ - Ayuso
Isabel Díaz Ayuso, head of the Community of Madrid, decided to visit Israel in response to Barcelona ending its ties with Tel Aviv.
Pro-Palestinian activists attack Israeli ambassador in Spain
The ambassador was evacuated by security guards while dozens of activists were swarming her - in spite of this, she finished her lecture.
Madrid offers to partner with Tel Aviv after Barcelona severs ‘twin city’ ties
Twin or sister cities typically collaborate on tourism enterprises. Barcelona launched two initiatives last year to draw Jewish and Israeli tourists.
Woman who didn't know she was pregnant gives birth mid-flight
A young woman was having bad stomach pains, causing her to go to the restroom on the flight, where she quickly found herself holding her newborn baby.
