Politics
Spain’s minority government has downplayed the impact of losing the support of Junts per Catalunya, a Catalan separatist party, following the announcement by its leader, Carles Puigdemont, that the party would withdraw backing for the Socialist-led coalition. Junts’ pivotal role in Sánchez’s......
Spain’s government will publish a comprehensive list of Franco-era symbols next month, aiming to remove remnants of the dictatorship from public spaces. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the move on Wednesday, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of General Francisco Franco's death. The......
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of Spain’s conservative Partido Popular (PP), has proposed raising the language proficiency requirement for foreign nationals seeking Spanish citizenship to a B2 level. This proposal aims to strengthen the integration process by ensuring that applicants......
Senior US presidential advisor Massad Boulos said that Algeria has shown willingness to improve relations with Morocco, a move that could signal a rare diplomatic thaw between the two North African neighbors long divided over the Sahara dispute. In an interview with Asharq News on October 16, Boulos......
Labor and student unions across Spain organized a nationwide general strike on October 15, 2025, demanding an immediate halt to the Israeli offensive in Gaza and a complete overhaul of Spain’s diplomatic, military, and economic relations with Israel. This mass mobilization follows the signing of......
Nostalgia plays a significant role in shaping the far-right’s perspectives on Morocco, yet the sentiment diverges sharply between France and Spain. Nationalist, populist, and identitarian movements in both countries view Morocco through contrasting historical and geopolitical lenses. The French......
Spain’s center-right People’s Party has announced a major shift in its immigration policy ahead of the upcoming elections, proposing measures designed to make it nearly impossible for overstayers and undocumented migrants to gain legal residency. The plan represents a sharp departure from......
The United States Senate has officially confirmed Duke Buchan III as the new American ambassador to Morocco, marking his return to diplomatic service in a region he knows well. Buchan’s appointment, announced by former President Donald Trump earlier this year, was endorsed by the Senate on Tuesday.......
Once considered a mere transit hub for African migrants heading to Europe, Morocco has emerged as a central player in the European Union’s external migration policy, blending diplomacy, security, and influence across the Mediterranean. Morocco as Europe’s border enforcer Morocco’s......
Spain’s centre-right Partido Popular (PP) has sparked national debate with a proposal requiring immigrants to sign a formal “letter of commitment” pledging respect for Spanish values and demonstrating proficiency in the Spanish language before being granted the right to live and work......
A growing international boycott movement is significantly impacting multinational corporations with alleged ties to Israel, as global outrage continues over the war in Gaza. From fast food giants to global apparel and beverage brands, companies are reporting falling sales and reputational damage, particularly......
The Spanish government has approved a comprehensive arms embargo on Israel, marking a significant step in its response to the conflict in Gaza. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the situation as "genocide," emphasizing the need for decisive action. The decree, announced on Tuesday,......
Spain’s far-right political party, Vox, has unveiled a plan to introduce a "dissuasive tax regime" aimed at limiting property purchases by foreigners, while also attributing the country's housing crisis to illegal immigration. These measures are part of a broader strategy to prioritize......
