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01.04.2025

01.04.2025Day Of Mining Aftermath And Copa Drama As Virtual ID Debuts

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Spain for 01.04.2025.

It displays 129 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

01.04.2025Day Of Mining Aftermath And Copa Drama As Virtual ID Debuts
Morning coverage focused on the Asturian mining disaster aftermath that claimed five lives yesterday, with investigation shifting to whether the company operated with proper permits. Authorities promised thorough checks while locals expressed skepticism, saying officials "will cover it up as always."

By midday, news emerged of Guardia Civil operations against Hezbollah networks in Spain, while King Juan Carlos filed a 50,000€ lawsuit against former Cantabria president Revilla over honor rights.

The migrant crisis intensified with Catalonia declaring its minor centers at over 100% capacity, as Minister Rego accused Madrid and Aragón of providing unreliable data for relocation plans.

Evening attention shifted dramatically to the Copa del Rey semifinal between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad, which ended with Madrid advancing to the final after a chaotic 4-4 extra-time thriller.

Spain's digital transition progressed with the launch of MiDNI, a virtual national ID for mobile phones.
01.04.2025

02:19Asturian Mine Claims Five Lives Including Desperate Livestock Farmer

The newspapers report on an Asturian mining accident that killed five workers, with El Mundo highlighting the story of Jorge, a livestock farmer who worked in the dangerous mine to support his baby (El Mundo, RTVE, El País). Trump's impending global trade war is gaining attention, with Asian countries preparing a joint response to US tariffs (El Periódico, La Vanguardia). Judicial conflict continues as all judges' and prosecutors' associations unite against Minister Montero, accusing her of "authoritarianism" and demanding her resignation over comments related to the Alves case (La Razón, Libertad Digital, 20minutos).
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07:00Le Pen's Conviction Disqualifies Her From 2027 Presidential Race

The newspapers report on Marine Le Pen's conviction in France for embezzlement, which disqualifies her from the 2027 presidential elections. Media debate whether this will make her a "martyr" that could boost the far-right (El Confidencial, El Salto). The Asturias mine disaster continues to receive coverage as colleagues of the five deceased miners debate whether poor working conditions or unfortunate circumstances caused the methane gas explosion (El País, RTVE, El Mundo). Other stories include NATO naval exercises (El Periódico), Iran rejecting direct nuclear talks with the US (La Vanguardia), and Trump's impending tariffs threatening the EU (20minutos).
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10:09Guardia Civil Raids Hezbollah Network In Spain

The newspapers report on a major anti-terrorism operation targeting Hezbollah networks in Spain by the Guardia Civil (El Confidencial). The aftermath of the mining tragedy in Asturias continues with mourning ceremonies in Villablino amid local complaints of abandonment (El Mundo, RTVE). Officials are investigating whether mining operations complied with regulations (RTVE). Several autonomous communities report overcrowding in migrant minor facilities, with Madrid hosting 2,442 and Andalusia at 96% capacity (El Periódico). Political tensions appear within the right as Catalan PP warns Feijóo against deals with both Sánchez and Puigdemont, suggesting alignment with Vox instead (El Plural).
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12:19Mine Accident Investigation Focuses on Company Permits

The newspapers report on several ongoing stories. King Juan Carlos is suing Miguel Ángel Revilla for 50,000 euros over honor rights (El Confidencial). The investigation into a fatal mine accident that killed five workers focuses on whether the company had proper permits, with sources claiming authorities will "cover it up as always" (El Mundo). Housing rights activists are planning demonstrations in over 40 cities on April 5 (El Salto). The CGPJ (judicial council) has defended judges who acquitted Dani Alves, emphasizing presumption of innocence (RTVE). Political tensions continue with López Miras calling for general elections (La Razón) and Feijóo defending private universities against "Sánchez's little shops" (20minutos).
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16:07Catalonia's Migrant Centers Exceed Capacity As Political Corruption Cases Intensify

The newspapers report on Spain's migrant crisis with Catalonia declaring its centers for migrant minors at over 100% capacity (El Periódico), while Minister Sira Rego accuses Aragón and Madrid of not providing reliable data for migrant relocation (Público). Military issues are prominent with El Mundo analyzing Spain's defense capabilities and expenditures. Political corruption allegations continue with the Supreme Court finding evidence supporting Aldama's confession about bribes to former minister Ábalos (La Razón) and coalition partners considering reporting Cospedal's "lies" about Operation Catalonia to prosecutors (El Plural). Former Italian PM Letta comments that "Trump performs miracles" by uniting Europeans and British (El Español).
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19:48Copa del Rey Semifinal Heats Up With Mbappé Benched

The newspapers report on a major sporting event with Real Madrid and Real Sociedad competing for a place in the Copa del Rey final, with Mbappé starting as a substitute and Endrick nearly scoring (El Confidencial, El Mundo, RTVE). Political tensions continue with Podemos and Sumar competing for dominance on the left of PSOE (El Plural). International news includes the UN closing all its bakeries in Gaza after a month of Israeli blockade (La Vanguardia) and far-right groups causing disturbances during anti-Haitian migration protests (El Salto). Domestically, Spain is launching MiDNI, a virtual national ID card for mobile phones (El Periódico), while the government announces Spain will reach NATO's 2% military spending target before 2029 (20minutos).
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21:28Oyarzabal Forces Extra Time in Copa del Rey Semifinal

The newspapers report on an intense Copa del Rey semifinal match between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad, with Oyarzabal scoring a crucial goal to force extra time with the aggregate score at 4-4 (El Confidencial, El Mundo, RTVE). Meanwhile, international affairs coverage focuses on EU concerns about Trump's tariffs potentially dividing member states in an emerging trade war (El Periódico). Political tensions continue with left-wing parties Podemos and Sumar competing for dominance (El Plural), while immigration remains controversial with the PP blocking migrant minor relocation efforts (Público).
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