Stories from Madrid · Spain

Madrid President Isabel Díaz Ayuso and her delegation were evacuated for several minutes following an earthquake alert in the region. The evacuation reportedly occurred without major consequences. The incident took place during a trip involving the President.

Miguel Rodríguez, the former director of the Spanish National Intelligence Centre (CNI), has denied any involvement of secret services in 'Operation Kitchen'. The denial comes as the CNI has entered the trial following a request by retired commissioner José Manuel Villarejo.

Two new marine water tankers have been added to the fleet. The tankers are intended to support fitness and operational readiness, maintaining the highest standards. The vessels are intended for use in Madrid. The source did not specify the capacity or purpose of the tankers.

Spain has refused to provide military bases for the landing of American aircraft. The decision comes amid shifting geopolitical dynamics involving the Trump administration. The refusal impacts US military logistics in Europe.

The prosecution is requesting a 24-year sentence in the 'Mascarillas' trial. The case is approaching a final declaration. The trial is being monitored in Madrid. Prosecutors are seeking a 24-year prison sentence during the trial regarding the 'Mask Case'. The proceedings are currently in progress, according to the report. The mask trial, which had a pending witness declaration, began at 10:00. During testimony, the defendant José Luis Ábalos addressed a contract involving a company named Coldo. The defendant stated that Coldo is a new company that does not engage in any activities related to the ministry. Former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos testified in the mask procurement fraud trial in Madrid. Ábalos stated that cash payments to settle expenses were part of an established culture, according to the source.

Electricity supply frauds have increased exponentially in Spain, according to data from Endesa. The frauds involve individuals connecting illegally to the power grid, typically at large-scale operations.

Spain's Minister of Justice has filed a lawsuit against commission agent Victor de Aldama for damages totaling 70,000 euros. The case is currently in the documentary phase, with reports and sentencing forecasts expected by tomorrow.

Witnesses in the Kitchen case have made claims regarding irregular financing within the Socialist Party. The source noted that while the internal coherence of these claims is being questioned, the testimonies are being presented to the public. The matter has not yet reached trial in the courts. New elements are being incorporated into the investigative file. An investigation into the irregular financing of the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party) is underway.

The Más Madrid party has denounced Madrid President Isabel Díaz Ayuso for using public funds to attend a fair in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Spokesperson Manuela Bergerot stated the community will pay over 300,000 euros for the trip.

A poll conducted by Cadena SER and El País indicates that 60% of Spaniards believe there are too many immigrants in the country. The survey found that 44.2% of respondents support prioritizing the Spanish population for regularization processes.