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Spanish court suspects Plus Ultra diverted bailout funds
A judge at Spain's Audiencia Nacional suspects that Plus Ultra, the airline rescued with public money during the pandemic, diverted nearly 16 million euros of those funds to a money-laundering network. The airline received a state bailout in 2021 despite questions at the time about its financial viability. If confirmed, the diversion would represent a direct loss to Spanish taxpayers who funded the rescue.
"The judge suspects Plus Ultra diverted nearly 16 million euros of rescue funds to a money-laundering network."
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Trump ties Iran deal to Israel normalization
The Trump administration is pressing Gulf states, Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel as a condition of any broader peace agreement with Iran. The demand extends the Abraham Accords framework to countries that have so far resisted formal ties with Israel. The approach links two separate diplomatic tracks, raising the stakes for all parties involved and complicating negotiations on each front.
"Trump is demanding that Gulf countries, Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt normalize relations with Israel as part of a peace deal with Iran."
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US strikes southern Iran amid ongoing nuclear talks
The United States military carried out strikes against targets in southern Iran on 26 May 2026, describing the action as self-defence despite active negotiations and a reported ceasefire. European equity markets and energy prices reacted to the renewed hostilities, with the Strait of Hormuz drawing particular attention given its role in global oil transit. The strikes raise questions about the durability of diplomatic efforts that had been under way between Washington and Tehran.
"The US described the bombardment of southern Iran as legitimate self-defence, even as negotiations continued."
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Spanish coalition faces fresh judicial scrutiny over finances
A figure linked to former Prime Minister Zapatero is reported to have held 300,000 euros in undeclared cash at home while directing 39 companies. An email from a Zapatero account is alleged to have initiated arrangements to route a payment outside Spain. The case adds to a series of legal and political pressures bearing on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his ruling coalition.
"An email from Zapatero's account set in motion the 'Dubai operation' so that the payment would not take place in Spain."
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Early European heatwave kills eight, breaks records
An unseasonably early heatwave has spread across Spain and much of Europe in May 2026, with eight deaths attributed to the heat in France. Spain's meteorological agency AEMET warned the event will persist for several days, with Extremadura among the worst-affected regions. Temperature records were also broken in the United Kingdom.
"The heat will last 'days and days.'"
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Train and school bus collide in Belgium, four dead
A train struck a school bus at a level crossing in Belgium, killing four people including two children aged 12 and 15. Five others were wounded in the collision. Belgian authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the crash. The incident is among the deadliest level-crossing accidents in the country in recent years.
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CVC Capital exits Naturgy with €4 billion sale
Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners has sold its 13.8 percent stake in Spanish energy company Naturgy for approximately €4 billion, ending its involvement in the firm. The divestment reshapes the ownership structure of one of Spain's largest gas and electricity groups. Criteria Caixa, the investment arm of la Caixa foundation, remains among the principal shareholders following the transaction.
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Ebola Returns to DRC Amid Fear and Denial
A new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is being complicated by community distrust and denial, according to WHO and Médecins Sans Frontières workers on the ground. Healthcare staff in affected areas face resistance from local populations reluctant to accept treatment or contact tracing. International health authorities describe conditions in the epicentre as chaotic, slowing the containment response.
"The situation is chaotic."
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Israel faces unprecedented international legal scrutiny over Gaza
Multiple international courts and tribunals are now handling complaints against Israel related to its conduct in the Gaza war. The volume and variety of proceedings mark an unusual moment in international law, with cases spanning genocide allegations, occupation law, and humanitarian violations. Israel disputes the legal basis and framing of the complaints. The outcomes could take years and carry uncertain enforcement weight.
"The Gaza war has drawn Israel into an unprecedented cycle of complaints before international justice."
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Israel expands ground operations in southern Lebanon
Israeli forces carried out what observers described as one of the most intense days of bombardment in weeks across southern Lebanon, killing more than 30 people including children and medical workers. The Israeli military also expanded its declared ground operation zone. The strikes displaced additional civilians in an area already under prolonged pressure from months of conflict.
"More than 30 people were killed in Lebanon in one of the most intense days of bombardment in weeks."
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