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This page is an archive of main headlines from Spain for 16.12.2025.
It displays 100 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
16.12.2025 ⇢ The Day Sumar Demanded a Meeting with PSOE Amidst SEPI Scandal
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The day's narrative focused on political tensions and corruption probes. Early reports from RTVE highlighted Sánchez's commitment to the legislature, while El Mundo and El Español detailed ongoing SEPI scandal developments, including alleged misuse of DANA funds by Vox-linked Revuelta and administrative dismissals. The PP shifted focus to Zapatero regarding the Plus Ultra rescue, and the UCO's SEPI investigation expanded, with a new chief appointed later in the day.
By late morning, Sumar publicly demanded an urgent meeting with the PSOE, citing perceived governmental paralysis, while ruling out leaving the coalition. The PSOE initially downplayed the request but by early afternoon agreed to a meeting this week to reduce tensions. Meanwhile, the SEPI scandal deepened with connections to Barcelona's Camp Nou works and renewed inquiries into Air Europa, and the EU softened its stance on the 2035 combustion car ban.
16.12.2025
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03:57⇢Sánchez Stands Firm, Allies Sought
⌨Prime Minister Sánchez reaffirms his commitment to completing the legislature until 2027, dismissing early elections and addressing 'harassment campaigns' while seeking continued support from allies (RTVE, 20minutos, infoLibre, La Vanguardia, eldiario.es, Público, El Plural). He also confirms the upcoming departure of Pilar Alegría as government spokesperson, with a woman expected to be named as her successor. The opposition, led by Ayuso, demands stronger action against Sánchez (El Confidencial).
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20 Minutos
El PP pone el foco en Zapatero y estrecha el cerco sobre el expresidente por el rescate de Plus Ultra: "La corrupción también le afecta"
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La investigación apunta a que la exmilitante del PSOE falseó la venta de un coche para quedarse con 21.500 euros
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20 Minutos
El PP pone el foco en Zapatero por el rescate de Plus Ultra: "La corrupción también le afecta"
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07:24⇢S
⌨Prime Minister S
chez reaffirms his commitment to completing the legislature, expressing 'energy' to continue and 'forcefulness' against harassment and corruption, emphasizing that 'being a feminist does not make you infallible' (RTVE, La Razón, Público, eldiario.es, El Plural, La Vanguardia, El Periódico). Concurrently, the PP focuses on Zapatero concerning the Plus Ultra rescue, alleging corruption also affects him (20minutos), while investigations into SEPI continue (El País, El Español).
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La jueza de la DANA ha declinado la solicitud de la asociación de extrema derecha que pedía que Sánchez prestase declaración cómo testigo durante la investigación
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Política | Cristina Gallardo
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El Salto
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El Salto
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09:55⇢SEPI Scandal Deepens with New Accusations
⌨The media continues to focus on the SEPI corruption scandal, with new reports linking an incinerator in Melilla and waste in Castellón to the case, sharing interests with the Koldo case and Acciona contracts (El Periódico, El Español, El País). Meanwhile, there is renewed political friction, with Puente questioning Díaz's call for a government reshuffle (RTVE) and allies urging Sánchez for more than gestures to address the current crisis (Público, eldiario.es).
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Acuerdo de Govern y Comuns | Sara González
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El Ministerio de Transición Ecológica evidencia el error de la Guardia Civil en su último informe
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11:31⇢SEPI Scandal Deepens, Political Tensions Rise
⌨The ongoing SEPI corruption scandal continues to dominate Spanish media, with new reports detailing the UCO's investigation into alleged financial improprieties and errors in Guardia Civil reports (El Plural, eldiario.es, El País, El Español, 20minutos). Concurrently, political tensions persist as Puente questions Díaz's call for a government reshuffle (RTVE) and allies urge Sánchez for more than mere gestures to address the current crisis (Público, La Razón, La Vanguardia).
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Relevo
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El Periódico
Al minuto | Montse Martínez
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El Periódico
Al minuto | Montse Martínez
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El Periódico
Crisis ganadera | María Jesús Ibáñez
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El Periódico
Crisis ganadera | María Jesús Ibáñez
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Libertad Digital
La mano de Zapatero llegó a Interior: intervino en las purgas policiales para garantizar mandos leales
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12:36⇢SEPI Scandal Deepens, UCO Leadership Shift
⌨The SEPI corruption scandal continues to dominate Spanish headlines, with new reports on the UCO's investigation, including the appointment of a new UCO chief (La Vanguardia, Libertad Digital). The judicial inquiry into the Air Europa rescue also reopens, based on a lawyer's report (eldiario.es). Meanwhile, Sumar demands an urgent meeting with the PSOE amid political tensions (RTVE), while cases of swine fever are increasing (El Periódico).
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El País
La formación escenifica su malestar con los soclalistas: “El presidente ha perdido una oportunidad para rendir cuentas”. Alegría se despide del Consejo de Ministros para ser candidata en Aragón
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Crisis en el PSOE
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El Plural
La presidenta lanza un mensaje en clave interno a los moderados del partido: "Valientes o tibios"
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El País
La formación escenifica su malestar con los soclalistas: “El presidente ha perdido una oportunidad para rendir cuentas”. Alegría se despide del Consejo de Ministros para ser candidata en Aragón
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20 Minutos
Interior elige al coronel Merino Castro como nuevo jefe de la UCO en plena ola de casos de presunta corrupción en torno al Gobierno
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13:59⇢Sumar Demands PSOE Meeting
⌨Political tensions are escalating within the Spanish government, with Sumar demanding an urgent meeting with the PSOE due to perceived paralysis, though ruling out leaving the coalition (RTVE, La Vanguardia, Público). Simultaneously, a new UCO chief has been appointed amidst ongoing corruption cases surrounding the government (20minutos, Libertad Digital). The Constitutional Court has also rejected the suspension of Junqueras and Turull's disqualification (El Español).
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20 Minutos
Interior pone al coronel Merino de jefe de la UCO tras ascender al anterior en plena ola de casos de corrupción que afectan al PSOE
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Entrevista con 15 condenados
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La Vanguardia
Choque en la coalición
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20 Minutos
Interior coloca al coronel Merino de jefe de la UCO tras ascender al anterior en plena ola de casos de corrupción que afectan al PSOE
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Libertad Digital
Sánchez, encerrado en su realidad, confía en que la amnistía salve la legislatura
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Sánchez llama "Torquemadas" a quienes critican la oleada de abusos sexuales en el PSOE
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15:24⇢PSOE Meets Sumar Amidst Graft Probes
⌨Political tensions continue in Spain as the PSOE responds to Sumar's demand for an urgent meeting, with some sources noting daily meetings already occur (RTVE, El Mundo, Público, La Vanguardia). Meanwhile, the PSOE has submitted data on cash payments to the Audiencia Nacional amid ongoing corruption investigations (La Razón, eldiario.es). Additionally, the SEPI corruption scandal now involves work for FC Barcelona (El Confidencial).
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Salas de hospital que duplican su capacidad, enfermos que esperan más de seis horas para ser atendidos o un día para conseguir una cama
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Problema enquistado | Jordi Ribalaygue
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Problema enquistado | Jordi Ribalaygue
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16:51⇢PSOE Yields to Sumar Meeting
⌨Political tensions are escalating within the Spanish government, with the PSOE now agreeing to a meeting with Sumar after days of avoiding their demands for government changes (RTVE, El Mundo, Público, La Vanguardia). This comes as the PSOE has also submitted cash payment data to the Audiencia Nacional amid ongoing corruption investigations (La Razón, eldiario.es), while other reports detail critical conditions in Madrid's emergency rooms (El País).
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Una investigación del medio estadounidense vincula un trabajo muy bien pagado que el magnate realizó para varias adineradas familias españolas, incluida la de la actriz y presentadora, con uno de los puntos de partida para su gran imperio
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Libertad Digital
La mano de Zapatero llegó a Interior: intervino en las purgas policiales para garantizar mandos leales
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El Periódico
Nueva moratoria | Xavier Pérez
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18:10⇢EU Softens Car Ban
⌨European Union regulators are reportedly softening their stance on the ban of combustion engine cars, potentially allowing their sale beyond 2035, despite Spain's earlier push for stricter regulations (El Mundo, El Espa
ol, El Peri
odico, eldiario.es, La Vanguardia). This development challenges previous expectations and highlights ongoing debates within the EU regarding automotive industry policies. Separately, the PSOE has agreed to meet with Sumar to reduce political tensions (RTVE, P
ubllico).
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Nueva moratoria | Xavier Pérez
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Automoción
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Largas colas | Inés Sánchez
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20:08⇢Brussels Rethinks Car Ban
⌨European Union regulators are reportedly softening their stance on the ban of combustion engine cars, potentially allowing their sale beyond 2035 (El Mundo, La Vanguardia, El Español, eldiario.es). This development challenges previous expectations and highlights ongoing debates within the EU regarding automotive industry policies, despite earlier pushes for stricter regulations by Spain. Separately, the PSOE has agreed to meet with Sumar to reduce political tensions (RTVE, Público).
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El Plural
La DANA es un tema que te parte el alma, que no es nada sencillo de cubrir y que genera un dolor infinito en los familiares de la 230 víctimas mortales
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Lluvias de este martes | Valentina Raffio
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Proceso de descarbonización | Valentina Raffio
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