Pedro Sánchez
Spain will provide one billion euros to Ukraine: what will the money go for and what else was promised
Spain allocates a new €1 billion military aid package to Ukraine, including armored vehicles and ammunition. The two countries also agreed to open a “Unity Center” for Ukrainian immigrants in Spain.
The Prime Minister of Spain announced a billion-dollar aid package for Ukraine
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced a new package of military aid for Ukraine. Support in the amount of €1 billion will be provided in 2025.
Leaders of the Baltic States, Spain and Canada arrive in Kyiv on the anniversary of the Russian invasion
The presidents of Lithuania and Latvia, the prime ministers of Estonia, Spain, and Canada, as well as EU leaders arrived in Kyiv on February 24. They were met at the train station by Andriy Yermak and Andriy Sybiga.
Ukraine deserves peace through strength - von der Leyen
The President of the European Commission announced further support for Ukraine and the need to strengthen the EU's defense. At a meeting in Paris, European leaders reaffirmed their commitment to peace based on Ukraine's sovereignty.
Summit in Paris: Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez emphasizes the importance of peace for Ukraine
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that Europe wants peace based on international order. The summit in Paris will discuss the war in Ukraine and the European security architecture.
Top European leaders arrive at Elysee Palace for meeting on Ukraine
An informal meeting of the heads of government of eight European countries on Ukraine will be held in Paris. The meeting will be attended by EU and NATO leaders, including Macron, Scholz and other senior officials.
Zelenskyy discusses conversation with Trump and cooperation with Spanish PM
The President of Ukraine had a conversation with Pedro Sanchez to deepen bilateral cooperation. Zelenskyy informed about his recent conversation with Trump and discussed initiatives to support Ukrainians.
Spanish authorities approved the reduction of the working week in the country to 37.5 hours
The Spanish government has approved a reduction in the working week from 40 to 37. 5 hours without changing wages. The proposal must be approved by the parliament, where there are already disagreements over its support.
Spain prepares 100% real estate tax for buyers from outside the EU
The Spanish government is planning to introduce a tax of up to 100% on real estate for non-EU residents. This is one of ten measures to address the housing crisis and provide affordable housing for citizens.
NATO countries will be able to spend up to 5% of GDP on defense only in 10 years - Polish Defense Ministry
Poland's Defense Minister supports the initiative to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP. Warsaw already allocates 4.7% of GDP to defense and calls on other countries to reach this goal within 10 years.
Strengthening Ukraine's air defense: Zelenskyy had a conversation with the Prime Minister of Spain
The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with Pedro Sanchez on strengthening air defense and European integration. The parties agreed to meet in person and discuss the implementation of the bilateral security agreement.
The Spanish government has allocated more than EUR 10 billion to help flood-affected regions
The Spanish government has approved a €10. 6 billion aid package for the regions affected by the floods. The funds will be used to rebuild infrastructure and provide assistance to people in 78 municipalities.
Spanish royal couple stoned during visit to flood zone
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited the flood-affected area of Valencia. Local residents threw mud and stones at them, accusing them of not providing enough help, and the police deployed mounted officers.
A hurricane is recorded for the first time in Finland: more than 17 thousand homes are without electricity
The first-ever hurricane with wind speeds of 33. 5 m/s was recorded in western Finland. The disaster left 17,000 homes without electricity, and meteorologists warn of a new cyclone.
Spanish Prime Minister admits that too little has been done to combat floods and sends more troops
The Spanish government sends 5000 military and 5000 police and guardsmen to the Valencia region due to catastrophic flooding. The natural disaster claimed the lives of more than 200 people, destroying homes and infrastructure.
Flooding in Spain may become the largest in Europe in 50 years: 158 victims already
Flash floods in eastern Spain killed 158 people and left dozens missing. The natural disaster destroyed Valencia's infrastructure and flooded agricultural land.
74-year-old Spaniard sentenced to 18 years for sending explosives, including to the Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid
In Spain, a pensioner was sentenced to 18 years in prison for sending explosive packages to government and diplomatic institutions. The targets included the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Spain, the Ukrainian and US embassies in Madrid, an air force base, and a weapons manufacturer.