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Spanish media on November 1st continued to focus on the political shifts within the Valencian PP. Early morning reports linked the "Caso Koldo" investigation to alleged cash payments within the PSOE, and also covered the UN Security Council's backing of Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara. However, by late morning, the narrative pivoted significantly to Mazón's political future, reporting that he would not seek re-election as a candidate for the Generalitat and that Vicent Mompó was emerging as a potential successor. This development dominated headlines throughout the afternoon and evening, with various outlets detailing the Valencian PP's withdrawal of support for Mazón and their proposal of Mompó as the new candidate.
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Spanish media on November 2nd continued to extensively cover the political turmoil within the Valencian PP. Early morning reports from RTVE indicated the Valencian PP withdrawing support for Carlos Mazón and proposing Mompó as a candidate, with El Español detailing the ten days leading to Mazón's struggles. By late morning, outlets like El País and El Plural focused on Feijóo's political calculations regarding Mazón and the increasing pressure for his resignation. In the early afternoon, Feijóo and Mazón were reported to be in discussions to resolve the situation, with speculation about an investiture or new elections. The evening narrative centered on Mazón's reflection and the various scenarios for his future, including resignation or early elections, culminating in reports of an agreement with Feijóo and an impending announcement on Monday.
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November 3rd opened with widespread Spanish media reports on Carlos Mazón's impending resignation following discussions with Feijóo, with several outlets confirming his announcement and discussing a new investiture with Pérez Llorca as a possible candidate. Separately, the Supreme Court began an unprecedented trial against the Attorney General. By mid-morning, Mazón formally resigned as president of the Generalitat, citing personal reasons and acknowledging errors, while also blaming the national government. Many sources noted he would maintain his deputy seat and that the succession was left to Vox, a point emphasized by Feijóo later in the day, who defended Mazón as a victim of a "witch hunt." Throughout the afternoon and evening, the focus remained on Mazón's departure, the succession process now involving Vox, and ongoing coverage of the 'Caso Koldo' commission, including judicial orders for reports on Begoña Gómez's emails and testimonies detailing alleged misconduct.
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November 4th saw Spanish media continuing its focus on the aftermath of Carlos Mazón's resignation. Early reports detailed his departure as President of the Generalitat, accompanied by criticism of the government. The central narrative quickly shifted to the political implications, particularly the PP's need to negotiate a solution with Vox for the Valencian government.
Throughout the day, headlines tracked the internal struggles within the PP and the pressure on Vox to find a successor. By early afternoon, communications between Feijóo and Abascal to negotiate Mazón's replacement were widely reported, highlighting the direct engagement between the party leaders.
Simultaneously, coverage intensified on the Ayuso case, with the Attorney General's office under scrutiny and Miguel Ángel Rodríguez admitting to spreading a false confession. The 'Caso Koldo' also remained prominent, with new revelations emerging regarding Koldo's pressure on Minister Torres.
Throughout the day, headlines tracked the internal struggles within the PP and the pressure on Vox to find a successor. By early afternoon, communications between Feijóo and Abascal to negotiate Mazón's replacement were widely reported, highlighting the direct engagement between the party leaders.
Simultaneously, coverage intensified on the Ayuso case, with the Attorney General's office under scrutiny and Miguel Ángel Rodríguez admitting to spreading a false confession. The 'Caso Koldo' also remained prominent, with new revelations emerging regarding Koldo's pressure on Minister Torres.
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November 5th saw Spanish media initially focused on the ongoing Ayuso partner scandal, with González Amador accusing the Fiscal General of public defamation. However, by early morning, coverage shifted dramatically to the historic election of Zohran Mamdani as New York's new mayor, emphasizing his socialist and Muslim identity across various outlets.
Throughout the day, Mamdani's victory remained a prominent story, frequently highlighted as a significant global event. Concurrently, judicial scrutiny around Begoña Gómez intensified, with a judge rejecting the archiving of her case and implicating another Moncloa official.
The day concluded with the Ayuso partner email leak trial taking center stage again, as journalists testified to having accessed the crucial email before the Attorney General.
Throughout the day, Mamdani's victory remained a prominent story, frequently highlighted as a significant global event. Concurrently, judicial scrutiny around Begoña Gómez intensified, with a judge rejecting the archiving of her case and implicating another Moncloa official.
The day concluded with the Ayuso partner email leak trial taking center stage again, as journalists testified to having accessed the crucial email before the Attorney General.
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November 6th saw Spanish media primarily focused on Junts' announcement of a complete legislative blockage against S
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00fablico). This move dominated morning and early afternoon coverage.
Concurrently, the National Court opened an investigation into alleged cash payments by the PSOE to 00c1balos and Koldo Garc 00eda, a story that gained prominence from early afternoon and continued throughout the evening (La Raz 00f3n, RTVE). Separately, earlier reports touched on Moncloa's alleged amnesia regarding the Ayuso partner leak (El Confidencial, infoLibre) and a new Israeli 'death ship' docking in Spanish ports (El Salto).
Concurrently, the National Court opened an investigation into alleged cash payments by the PSOE to 00c1balos and Koldo Garc 00eda, a story that gained prominence from early afternoon and continued throughout the evening (La Raz 00f3n, RTVE). Separately, earlier reports touched on Moncloa's alleged amnesia regarding the Ayuso partner leak (El Confidencial, infoLibre) and a new Israeli 'death ship' docking in Spanish ports (El Salto).
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Spanish media on November 7th extensively covered Junts' legislative blockade against S
you's government, portraying it as an "irreversible" rupture that leaves S
you without a legislative agenda (El Confidencial, La Razón, infoLibre, El Plural). This blockage threatened the passage of several key laws.
Concurrently, the National Court agreed to investigate alleged cash payments by the PSOE to Ábalos and Koldo, a story gaining traction (RTVE, La Razón).
In the early afternoon, the legal troubles of Ayuso's partner resurfaced, with confirmed processing for tax fraud (Público, RTVE).
By late afternoon, S you affirmed his intent to complete the legislature, with or without new budgets, despite Junts' stance (El Español, RTVE). Judicial inquiries into alleged bribery attempts targeting prosecutor Stampa, referencing "the 1," also gained attention (La Razón, Libertad Digital).
Concurrently, the National Court agreed to investigate alleged cash payments by the PSOE to Ábalos and Koldo, a story gaining traction (RTVE, La Razón).
In the early afternoon, the legal troubles of Ayuso's partner resurfaced, with confirmed processing for tax fraud (Público, RTVE).
By late afternoon, S you affirmed his intent to complete the legislature, with or without new budgets, despite Junts' stance (El Español, RTVE). Judicial inquiries into alleged bribery attempts targeting prosecutor Stampa, referencing "the 1," also gained attention (La Razón, Libertad Digital).
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Spanish media on November 8th primarily focused on Pedro Sánchez's legislative efforts. Early reports indicated his insistence on completing the legislature "with or without budgets," despite Junts's recent rupture (RTVE). Concurrently, La Razón highlighted Sánchez's attempt to secure Junts' support through budget negotiations.
Throughout the day, judicial inquiries into alleged PSOE corruption continued, with El Confidencial reporting on the "cloaca del PSOE" and Libertad Digital detailing a prosecutor's alleged ignorance of evidence.
By early afternoon, Junts publicly accused the PSOE of "cargarse la legislatura" and challenged Sánchez to explain his plans without a majority (RTVE). Later, El Plural noted a flirtation between Junts and PP regarding a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, albeit with mutual caution.
Throughout the day, judicial inquiries into alleged PSOE corruption continued, with El Confidencial reporting on the "cloaca del PSOE" and Libertad Digital detailing a prosecutor's alleged ignorance of evidence.
By early afternoon, Junts publicly accused the PSOE of "cargarse la legislatura" and challenged Sánchez to explain his plans without a majority (RTVE). Later, El Plural noted a flirtation between Junts and PP regarding a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, albeit with mutual caution.
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On November 9th, Spanish media attention shifted to the political maneuvering around Pedro Sánchez's government. Cuca Gamarra of the PP openly invited support for a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, a development following days of legislative blockades by Junts and judicial inquiries into PSOE corruption.
Concurrently, judicial concerns were voiced, with Manuel García-Castellón warning of steps leading to an "abyss."
Local governance also drew focus, as a PP-led municipality faced criticism for threatening to evict a family, and Madrid implemented new surgical waitlist rules.
In the evening, the director of the BBC resigned due to the manipulation of a Trump speech, and protests against Mazón continued, escalating to calls for his imprisonment.
Concurrently, judicial concerns were voiced, with Manuel García-Castellón warning of steps leading to an "abyss."
Local governance also drew focus, as a PP-led municipality faced criticism for threatening to evict a family, and Madrid implemented new surgical waitlist rules.
In the evening, the director of the BBC resigned due to the manipulation of a Trump speech, and protests against Mazón continued, escalating to calls for his imprisonment.
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November 10 saw Spanish media heavily focused on the political dynamics in Valencia, particularly the ongoing negotiations between the PP and Vox for a governing pact, following Mazón's recent resignation. Reports in the morning highlighted the conservative parties' pressure ahead of a decisive week, with Vox asserting indifference to candidate names, prioritizing policy agreements.
In the early afternoon, further details emerged regarding the PP's potential candidates to succeed Mazón, as Ferraz suggested Feijóo would compromise with Vox to maintain power.
Concurrently, investigations into alleged payments to the PSOE's Executive continued, and a Vatican probe into a Spanish bishop for pederasty gained traction.
By evening, reports surfaced detailing alleged misconduct by Valencian officials during recent floods, further complicating the local political landscape.
In the early afternoon, further details emerged regarding the PP's potential candidates to succeed Mazón, as Ferraz suggested Feijóo would compromise with Vox to maintain power.
Concurrently, investigations into alleged payments to the PSOE's Executive continued, and a Vatican probe into a Spanish bishop for pederasty gained traction.
By evening, reports surfaced detailing alleged misconduct by Valencian officials during recent floods, further complicating the local political landscape.
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Spanish media on November 11 focused primarily on the unfolding political drama surrounding Mazón. In the morning, reports detailed the ongoing scrutiny of the Public Prosecutor's office, particularly regarding the handling of the González Amador case, with the ICAM dean denouncing the Prosecutor's note.
By early afternoon, attention shifted to the Valencian Community's political succession, as Feijóo designated Juanfran Pérez Llorca as the PP's candidate to succeed Mazón. This appointment was widely viewed as a consensus choice.
In the late afternoon and evening, Mazón's appearance in the Valencian Cortes dominated headlines. He addressed his handling of the recent DANA storm, denying responsibility for delayed alerts and attributing blame to the central government. Concurrently, new audio revelations deepened scrutiny on the PSOE regarding alleged bribery attempts connected to investigations into Pedro Sánchez's family.
By early afternoon, attention shifted to the Valencian Community's political succession, as Feijóo designated Juanfran Pérez Llorca as the PP's candidate to succeed Mazón. This appointment was widely viewed as a consensus choice.
In the late afternoon and evening, Mazón's appearance in the Valencian Cortes dominated headlines. He addressed his handling of the recent DANA storm, denying responsibility for delayed alerts and attributing blame to the central government. Concurrently, new audio revelations deepened scrutiny on the PSOE regarding alleged bribery attempts connected to investigations into Pedro Sánchez's family.
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Spanish media on November 12 focused primarily on the trial of Attorney General Garc
ja Ortiz. Early morning reports detailed alleged political misconduct involving S
chez and Maz
n, with new audios surfacing and Maz
n denying responsibility for DANA alerts. By mid-morning, S
chez appeared in Congress to address corruption allegations, leading to heated exchanges with the opposition, who criticized his discourse and called for elections. In the afternoon, the Attorney General's trial intensified, with UCO agents testifying about his deleted messages. Garc
ja Ortiz later denied leaking Ayuso's partner's email, refusing to answer accusations and defending his integrity.
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Spanish media on November 13 focused on two main developments: the trial of Attorney General Garc
ja Ortiz and the EU Advocate General's opinion on the Amnesty Law. The morning saw reports on Ortiz's final defense, maintaining his innocence against accusations of leaking Ayuso's partner's email.
Later in the morning and throughout the day, the EU Advocate General's opinion on the Amnesty Law dominated headlines, with outlets largely reporting its general approval while noting some incompatibilities with European legislation. This marked a shift, with the European path for the law appearing clearer.
Concurrently, in the afternoon and evening, the Attorney General's trial concluded, with his defense arguing a lack of incriminatory evidence and accusing the prosecution of manipulation.
Later in the morning and throughout the day, the EU Advocate General's opinion on the Amnesty Law dominated headlines, with outlets largely reporting its general approval while noting some incompatibilities with European legislation. This marked a shift, with the European path for the law appearing clearer.
Concurrently, in the afternoon and evening, the Attorney General's trial concluded, with his defense arguing a lack of incriminatory evidence and accusing the prosecution of manipulation.
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Spanish media on November 14 focused extensively on the EU Advocate General's opinion, which largely paves the way for Carles Puigdemont's return to Spain and supports the Amnesty Law. This development dominated early morning coverage and continued to be a central theme throughout the day. Concurrently, the trial of the Attorney General remained a prominent issue, with reports on closing arguments and accusations regarding a leaked confession.
In the late morning and early afternoon, several outlets began reporting on the UCO's searches of Acciona's offices as part of the Ábalos/Koldo corruption case, with new reports linking the investigation to Santos Cerdán and alleged kickbacks. This story gained significant traction, especially after Acciona's stock decline in the late afternoon.
Later in the evening, news of the death of singer Encarnita Polo and the upcoming visit of Zelenski to Spain also appeared.
In the late morning and early afternoon, several outlets began reporting on the UCO's searches of Acciona's offices as part of the Ábalos/Koldo corruption case, with new reports linking the investigation to Santos Cerdán and alleged kickbacks. This story gained significant traction, especially after Acciona's stock decline in the late afternoon.
Later in the evening, news of the death of singer Encarnita Polo and the upcoming visit of Zelenski to Spain also appeared.
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Spanish media on November 15 extensively covered the UCO's continued searches of Acciona's offices as part of the Ábalos/Koldo corruption case, with new reports linking the investigation to Santos Cerdán and alleged kickbacks. This remained a central theme throughout the morning, building on previous days' coverage of the PSOE's alleged corruption.
In the early afternoon, the Ministry of Health's decision to sue the Madrid Community over its refusal to establish a register of abortion objectors emerged as a new focal point, dominating later reports.
By evening, attention also shifted to Spain's virtual qualification for the World Cup and historical memory discussions related to Franco, alongside ongoing political tensions surrounding the PP leader Feijóo.
In the early afternoon, the Ministry of Health's decision to sue the Madrid Community over its refusal to establish a register of abortion objectors emerged as a new focal point, dominating later reports.
By evening, attention also shifted to Spain's virtual qualification for the World Cup and historical memory discussions related to Franco, alongside ongoing political tensions surrounding the PP leader Feijóo.
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Spanish media on November 16 began the day with continued focus on political tensions, including discussions around the Supreme Court's potential ruling on the Attorney General and Sánchez's efforts to improve his public image among young people.
Later, attention shifted to the Alcaraz-Sinner tennis final, which experienced an interruption due to a medical incident in the stands, with continuous updates on the match's progression.
The dominant story of the afternoon, however, became the judge's decision to archive the case against the Secretary General of the Presidency in the Begoña case, just eleven days after her indictment. This development received widespread coverage and became the central point of discussion across multiple outlets. Towards evening, Sinner's victory in the tennis final was also extensively reported, alongside initial results from the Chilean presidential elections.
Later, attention shifted to the Alcaraz-Sinner tennis final, which experienced an interruption due to a medical incident in the stands, with continuous updates on the match's progression.
The dominant story of the afternoon, however, became the judge's decision to archive the case against the Secretary General of the Presidency in the Begoña case, just eleven days after her indictment. This development received widespread coverage and became the central point of discussion across multiple outlets. Towards evening, Sinner's victory in the tennis final was also extensively reported, alongside initial results from the Chilean presidential elections.
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Spanish media on November 17 continued to focus on the Chilean presidential elections in the early morning, with reports detailing the second-round contest between Jara and Kast.
However, the day quickly shifted to Valencian President Mazón's appearance before the Congressional investigative commission regarding the DANA disaster. Multiple outlets extensively covered his testimony, where he largely eluded responsibility, citing a lack of preparedness and technical incapacitation, and dismissing initial warnings.
Concurrently, the 'Caso Begoña' resurfaced with new developments in the afternoon. Leire Díez, a PSOE figure, attempted to annul secret recordings and later revealed to the judge that she met with Santos Cerdán around the time the case broke.
However, the day quickly shifted to Valencian President Mazón's appearance before the Congressional investigative commission regarding the DANA disaster. Multiple outlets extensively covered his testimony, where he largely eluded responsibility, citing a lack of preparedness and technical incapacitation, and dismissing initial warnings.
Concurrently, the 'Caso Begoña' resurfaced with new developments in the afternoon. Leire Díez, a PSOE figure, attempted to annul secret recordings and later revealed to the judge that she met with Santos Cerdán around the time the case broke.
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Spanish media on November 18 continued its extensive coverage of the 'Caso Begoña,' with renewed scrutiny on Valencian President Mazón for his alleged use of 'hoaxes' in Congress regarding the DANA disaster throughout the morning.
The focus shifted around midday to Zelensky's visit to Spain, highlighting his address to Congress and meetings to secure military aid. Simultaneously, the UCO's detention of the President of the Diputación of Almería for irregular mask contracts also gained traction.
By early afternoon, attention pivoted to the 'Caso Koldo,' with the Supreme Court summoning three former Acciona executives and new UCO reports implicating Santos Cerdán as an 'enlace' between the government and Acciona for alleged public works rigging, involving a 2% kickback. Reports also implicated Cerdán's family in the scheme. This complex corruption investigation dominated the narrative through the evening, alongside Sánchez's announcement of significant aid for Ukraine.
The focus shifted around midday to Zelensky's visit to Spain, highlighting his address to Congress and meetings to secure military aid. Simultaneously, the UCO's detention of the President of the Diputación of Almería for irregular mask contracts also gained traction.
By early afternoon, attention pivoted to the 'Caso Koldo,' with the Supreme Court summoning three former Acciona executives and new UCO reports implicating Santos Cerdán as an 'enlace' between the government and Acciona for alleged public works rigging, involving a 2% kickback. Reports also implicated Cerdán's family in the scheme. This complex corruption investigation dominated the narrative through the evening, alongside Sánchez's announcement of significant aid for Ukraine.
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Spanish media on November 19 continued its focus on the 'Caso Koldo' corruption scandal. Early reports from the UCO further implicated Santos Cerdán as an "enlace" in alleged public works rigging with Acciona for a 2% kickback. The political debate intensified, with Feijóo attacking Sánchez over Cerdán's actions, and Sánchez criticizing the PP's response to corruption.
The dominant story by late morning became the release of Santos Cerdán, who was granted provisional freedom as judges no longer deemed him a risk for evidence destruction. Concurrently, the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's request for 24 years in prison for Ábalos for several corruption offenses also gained prominence. By evening, Cerdán's defiant statements about "lies and manipulations" upon his release were widely reported.
The dominant story by late morning became the release of Santos Cerdán, who was granted provisional freedom as judges no longer deemed him a risk for evidence destruction. Concurrently, the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's request for 24 years in prison for Ábalos for several corruption offenses also gained prominence. By evening, Cerdán's defiant statements about "lies and manipulations" upon his release were widely reported.
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Spanish media on November 20 initially continued its extensive coverage of Santos Cerdán's provisional release from prison, a development from the previous day in the 'Caso Koldo' corruption scandal. Early morning reports also highlighted public sentiment regarding Franco's dictatorship and authoritarianism among some young Spaniards.
By late morning and throughout the afternoon, the focus shifted dramatically to the Supreme Court's condemnation of Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz to two years of disqualification for revelation of secrets. This became the dominant editorial priority, with government minister Bolaños expressing disagreement with the ruling while emphasizing trust in justice. The ongoing judicial scrutiny surrounding Begoña Gómez and the financing methods of Sánchez's primary campaign also received attention earlier in the day.
By late morning and throughout the afternoon, the focus shifted dramatically to the Supreme Court's condemnation of Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz to two years of disqualification for revelation of secrets. This became the dominant editorial priority, with government minister Bolaños expressing disagreement with the ruling while emphasizing trust in justice. The ongoing judicial scrutiny surrounding Begoña Gómez and the financing methods of Sánchez's primary campaign also received attention earlier in the day.
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Spanish media on November 21 opened with continued focus on the Supreme Court's condemnation of Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz to two years of disqualification for revelation of secrets. This ruling was widely described as an "unprecedented institutional shock," with progressive legal figures calling it a "soft coup."
Later in the morning, attention shifted to King Felipe VI's speeches and the bestowal of the Order of the Golden Fleece, emphasizing the spirit of 1978 and national unity. Concurrently, the 'Caso Koldo' continued to be covered.
By early afternoon, the narrative returned sharply to the Attorney General's conviction, with Ayuso delivering strong rhetoric, framing the conviction as an attack orchestrated by Sánchez, and declaring that "it is not the Attorney General but Sánchez who has sat on the bench." The government expressed indignation, while some legal figures viewed the ruling as a "soft coup."
In the late afternoon and evening, reports emerged of Donald Trump's ultimatum to Zelensky regarding a peace plan, pushing Ukraine to make a critical decision.
Later in the morning, attention shifted to King Felipe VI's speeches and the bestowal of the Order of the Golden Fleece, emphasizing the spirit of 1978 and national unity. Concurrently, the 'Caso Koldo' continued to be covered.
By early afternoon, the narrative returned sharply to the Attorney General's conviction, with Ayuso delivering strong rhetoric, framing the conviction as an attack orchestrated by Sánchez, and declaring that "it is not the Attorney General but Sánchez who has sat on the bench." The government expressed indignation, while some legal figures viewed the ruling as a "soft coup."
In the late afternoon and evening, reports emerged of Donald Trump's ultimatum to Zelensky regarding a peace plan, pushing Ukraine to make a critical decision.
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Spanish media on November 22 continued its focus on the political fallout from the Attorney General's conviction, with the government preparing a replacement and the left calling for judicial reform. Early reports also covered Trump's ultimatum to Zelensky regarding a peace plan for Ukraine. The monarchy's approval, particularly among youth for Leonor, received attention.
By late morning, a new dominant story emerged: the Pope's decision to remove the Bishop of Cádiz following accusations of child abuse. This swiftly became a primary focus across several outlets. Simultaneously, the G20's unexpected declaration against the use of force for territorial annexation, amid Trump's ultimatum to Ukraine, gained prominence. Jair Bolsonaro's arrest in Brazil also emerged as a significant development, adding another layer to the day's news.
By late morning, a new dominant story emerged: the Pope's decision to remove the Bishop of Cádiz following accusations of child abuse. This swiftly became a primary focus across several outlets. Simultaneously, the G20's unexpected declaration against the use of force for territorial annexation, amid Trump's ultimatum to Ukraine, gained prominence. Jair Bolsonaro's arrest in Brazil also emerged as a significant development, adding another layer to the day's news.
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On November 23, Spanish media continued to focus on the political fallout from the Attorney General's conviction. In the morning, reports discussed the government's search for a progressive replacement, and Prime Minister Sánchez's strategy against the Supreme Court and Ayuso. By late morning, Sánchez made his first public appearance since the ruling, defending Attorney General García Ortiz, insisting on his innocence, and suggesting an appeal to the Constitutional Court. This defense became the dominant narrative through the afternoon, with hundreds protesting the conviction at the Supreme Court. Concurrently, discussions around the ongoing 'Caso Cerdán' corruption, the monarchy's 50 years, and the advancing Trump-Putin peace plan for Ukraine also received attention.
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Spanish media on November 24 focused on the Attorney General, García Ortiz, tendering his resignation following a Supreme Court conviction. This development, anticipated after previous days' discussions, became the dominant narrative by late morning, with the government initiating procedures to select a replacement. Prime Minister Sánchez praised Ortiz, while discussions around potential democratic fractures on the left continued. Concurrently, the Pujol family trial gained renewed attention throughout the day, with the Audiencia Nacional agreeing to a remote hearing for Jordi Pujol from his home, a decision that went against medical advice.
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Spanish media began the day continuing to cover Attorney General García Ortiz's resignation, with early reports focusing on the Constitutional Court's stance and the government's search for a replacement. By late morning, the government officially proposed Teresa Peramato as the new Attorney General of the State, a progressive candidate known for her expertise in gender violence. This announcement became the dominant narrative, with extensive reporting across various outlets on her profile and the judicial community's initial reactions, including concerns about continuity from conservative sectors. In the evening, coinciding with 25N, nationwide demonstrations against gender violence received significant attention, and the Michelin Guide also made headlines.
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Spanish media on November 26 began the day with continued coverage of Teresa Peramato's proposed appointment as Attorney General and nationwide demonstrations against gender violence. By late morning, the Judicial Power unanimously approved Peramato's appointment. The afternoon saw the Audiencia Nacional order the PSOE to provide records of all cash payments made between 2017 and 2024. This development was significantly overshadowed by Ábalos's assertion of a secret 2018 meeting between Sánchez and Otegi. As the day progressed, Ábalos further escalated by accusing Yolanda Díaz of using her official residence for unauthorized guests, with his anticipated prison entry looming. International news also featured prominently with reports of a shooting near the White House.
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Spanish media on November 27 was singularly focused on the 'Ábalos case'. Early morning reports detailed the agreement for an 11% salary increase for public employees and a shooting near the White House, but these were quickly overshadowed. The unfolding drama centered on the Supreme Court's decision regarding Ábalos and Koldo García's potential imprisonment, with Ábalos reportedly threatening former government colleagues. By late morning, the Public Prosecutor's Office requested provisional imprisonment without bail for Ábalos and Koldo García, citing an increased risk of flight, which Ábalos denied. In the afternoon, the Supreme Court ruled to send both Ábalos and Koldo García to provisional prison without bail due to an "extreme" risk of flight. This made Ábalos the first sitting deputy to be imprisoned. Towards the evening, Feijóo called for a concentration against Sánchez, linking it to the corruption cases, and Pérez Llorca was appointed President of the Generalitat with Vox's support.
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Spanish media on November 28 continued its intense focus on the 'Ábalos case,' with the Supreme Court sending Ábalos and Koldo García to provisional prison due to an "extreme" risk of flight. Early reports highlighted Ábalos's alleged implication of Begoña Gómez in the Air Europa case. Throughout the day, the government responded strongly to Ábalos's accusations, while new details emerged about the judicial proceedings and Ábalos's imprisonment. Concurrently, Feijóo's efforts to gather support for a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, specifically appealing to Catalan businesses to pressure Junts and ERC, remained a prominent theme. Other topics included pension increases and housing market trends.
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November 29 saw a shift in Spanish media focus. While the "Ábalos case" and government instability continued to be covered in the morning, with Ábalos's first prison day and Feijóo's push for a no-confidence motion, new developments emerged. Concurrently, reports on African swine fever in Catalonia gained prominence, with several new cases and governmental efforts to mitigate impact.
By early afternoon, attention decisively moved to international news: President Trump announced the total closure of Venezuelan airspace, citing an escalating military situation. This rapidly became the dominant story, with subsequent reports detailing Maduro's denouncement of the move as a "colonialist threat" throughout the evening. Domestic discussions also touched on political responsibility within the government and the fight against the far-right.
By early afternoon, attention decisively moved to international news: President Trump announced the total closure of Venezuelan airspace, citing an escalating military situation. This rapidly became the dominant story, with subsequent reports detailing Maduro's denouncement of the move as a "colonialist threat" throughout the evening. Domestic discussions also touched on political responsibility within the government and the fight against the far-right.
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