Madrid
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez convenes the National Security Council over the migration crisis in Ceuta. The meeting will be the first emergency session.
Intense heatwaves and drought have led to catastrophic vegetable and grain harvests in Europe. Corn production in France will fall by 35%, while losses in Italy exceed €3 billion.
Madrid’s “Atlético” have signed defender Cristian Romero from “Tottenham” for €40 million, while “PSG” have signed winger Ferran Torres from “Barcelona” for €43 million. Both players have signed contracts through 2031.
Spain and Morocco have stepped up security along the Ceuta border following calls on social media for a new mass migrant breakthrough on August 15. An additional 300 police officers and 2,000 military personnel have been sent to the enclave.
Morocco’s justice minister said that the extradition agreement with Spain could be suspended over the legalization of migrants. Rabat is also demanding the immediate return of more than 1,300 Moroccan minors from Ceuta.
At least 99 people died and dozens went missing after a mass crossing of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Hundreds of people gathered near the border to find their loved ones.
Argentine footballer Lionel Messi allocated 80 thousand euros for the restoration of western Madrid after large-scale forest fires. This was reported by the region's president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso.
The President of the European Commission called for joint action after the influx of migrants into Spanish Ceuta, which sparked a dispute between Madrid and other EU countries. She emphasized the need to strengthen external borders and shared European responsibility.
At least 57 people died trying to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, after about 50,000 migrants entered this territory from Morocco.
António Costa approved Spain's decisive actions to return migrants in Ceuta. The escalation of the migration crisis led to the death of at least 57 people.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš called for temporarily excluding Spain from Schengen due to the migration crisis in Ceuta, where about 49,000 migrants entered uncontrollably from Morocco. Italy has already suspended Schengen rules in connection with Spain.
About 60,000 migrants reached Spanish Ceuta from Morocco, 34 people died. Spain deployed the army, Prime Minister Sanchez called it an attack on territorial integrity.
Scientists have found that climate change has made weather conditions for forest fires in France and Spain significantly more likely. Heat, drought and wind now combine more often due to global warming.
Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez announced the end of the state of emergency due to the fires. The situation in Castile and León remains difficult due to the heat and 10 active fire hotspots.
In France and Spain, temperatures will rise to 40-42°C during the fourth heatwave. Wildfires have forced the evacuation of 220,000 people, devastating thousands of hectares of forests.
In France, fires threaten Bordeaux, 220,000 people evacuated. In Spain, over 75,000 people have left their homes, 150,000 hectares have burned since January.
Forest fires in France and Spain forced over 300,000 people to leave their homes, threatening Madrid and Bordeaux. The fire in Val d'Uixo became uncontrollable, and in France 220,000 people were evacuated.
France deploys heavy aircraft A400M to fight forest fire in Gironde. Nearly 197,000 people have been evacuated due to the disaster, including from the suburbs of Bordeaux.
Spain has activated the third level of response due to three forest fires on the outskirts of Madrid. Over 19,000 people have been evacuated, 23 roads have been closed, and 6,000 hectares have burned.
Forest fires have swept through parts of Italy, France and Spain, killing three firefighters and causing mass evacuations. Temperatures above 40°C and strong winds are fueling the flames, and scientists link this to climate change.
The Spanish national team returned to Madrid after defeating Argentina in the World Cup final. The team was greeted by the king, the prime minister, and about 1.8 million fans.
In Spain, during the night celebrations of the national team's World Cup victory, two people died, over 80 were injured. Among the dead is a 13-year-old boy due to a fountain collapse.
Thousands of people danced in the streets of Madrid, set off fireworks after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina. Ferran Torres' goal in extra time brought "La Roja" its second world champion title.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Prime Minister of Spain, will face a jury trial on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement. Her defense has filed an appeal, calling the case politically motivated.
Real Madrid has signed Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella until 2032 for 60 million euros. The player became the second most expensive transfer of this summer.
José Mourinho has once again taken charge of Real Madrid, signing a contract until June 2029. The coach will begin working with the team as early as July 13.
Real Madrid has terminated its cooperation with head coach Álvaro Arbeloa. The specialist had been leading the team since January following the dismissal of Xabi Alonso.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for 1. 2 million people in Madrid and called for a living faith. The Pontiff will also meet with migrants and the homeless.
Sánchez plans to serve until 2027 despite corruption scandals within his party. Allies are demanding elections but do not support the opposition's vote of no confidence.