Storm Martinho dominated coverage as authorities mobilized emergency resources for the Manzanares River in Madrid's "most critical hours." By mid-morning, the situation escalated with Civil Protection sending mobile alerts and evacuating residents in Toledo and Madrid municipalities due to the Alberche River's overflow. Madrid's underground water management system, storing 1.42 billion liters, became crucial.
Defense news revealed Spain's shift in military spending strategy, with Moncloa reclassifying defense as security to meet NATO commitments while personnel costs still consume 50% of the defense budget. A government report confirmed Spain sold "non-lethal" weapons worth €50 million to Israel.
Political tensions continued with Sánchez attacking the "Ventorro pact" between PP and Vox in Valencia, claiming Feijóo wants nationwide expansion. Massive protests emerged against Altri's cellulose factory in Galicia while the PNV rebelled against the Supreme Court for annulling a competency transfer.