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05.09.2025

05.09.2025The day of judicial defiance and Alcaraz's semifinal victory

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Spain for 05.09.2025.

It displays 123 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

05.09.2025The day of judicial defiance and Alcaraz's semifinal victory
The day saw intense focus on the opening of the Judicial Year, marked by ongoing political-judicial confrontation. Early reports highlighted Feijóo's absence and government criticism of his "snub." By late morning, Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz publicly defended his presence, stating his belief in justice before the magistrates who will judge him. This act of defiance escalated throughout the day, with the President of the Judicial Power, Perelló, later condemning "insistent disqualifications" against the judiciary. In economic news, the CNMV approved BBVA's full takeover bid for Banco Sabadell. As the day concluded, a new major story emerged: Carlos Alcaraz's victory over Novak Djokovic in the US Open semifinals, securing his place in the final, which quickly dominated evening headlines.
05.09.2025

02:52Israel's Advance in Gaza

Spanish media continues to focus on the Israel-Gaza conflict, with the Israeli army claiming control of 40% of Gaza City (La Vanguardia). Domestically, protests against Israel at La Vuelta are highlighted, led by a figure linked to ETA (El Mundo). Spain's government also accelerates an arms embargo and prepares further "pressure measures" against Israel (Público), while a flotilla sails towards Gaza (La Marea).
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05:30Judicial Year Opens Amidst Political Conflict

Spanish media continues to prioritize the highly contentious opening of the Judicial Year, marked by significant political-judicial confrontation. Headlines detail the Attorney General's legal situation and Feijóo's continued absence, fueling a high-voltage season (El Plural, infoLibre, RTVE, El Español, La Razón). Beyond this, reports cover the government's stance on a Ukraine solution without troop confirmation (El Confidencial) and ongoing protests against Israel in La Vuelta, led by an ETA-linked figure (El Mundo, Público).
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08:53Judicial Opening: Feijóo's Absence, Fiscal's Defiance

Spanish media remains largely focused on the contentious opening of the Judicial Year, highlighting the ongoing political-judicial confrontation. Headlines emphasize Feijóo's notable absence and the Attorney General's decision to attend despite criticism, deepening the institutional clash (El País, El Periódico, infoLibre, RTVE, El Español, La Razón). Separately, Macron's willingness to send troops to Ukraine garners attention (El Confidencial), alongside reports on protests against Israel-linked businesses (La Marea) and the Lisbon funicular accident investigation (La Vanguardia).
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10:48García Ortiz Stands Firm

Spanish newspapers are dominated by Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz, who publicly reaffirmed his belief in justice and institutions while facing magistrates and severe criticism, underscoring the ongoing political-judicial confrontation (El Confidencial, El Plural, infoLibre, La Razón, Libertad Digital, Público, RTVE). Concurrently, the CNMV has granted approval for BBVA's full takeover bid of Banco Sabadell, a significant development in the banking sector (El Español, El Periódico).
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12:38Judicial Confrontation Deepens

Spanish newspapers continue to be dominated by the intense political-judicial confrontation. Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz publicly reiterated his faith in justice amidst criticism and faced magistrates, while political figures, such as Perelló, condemned "insistent disqualifications" against the judiciary by public powers. This ongoing institutional clash remains the central focus, underscoring deep divisions regarding the separation of powers.
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16:00Judicial Confrontation Escalates

Spanish newspapers continue to be dominated by the intense political-judicial confrontation. Attorney General García Ortiz repeatedly defends his presence and belief in justice amidst criticism (RTVE, El Plural, infoLibre, La Razón, Público). Concurrently, the President of the Judicial Power, Perelló, asserts authority, criticizes "insistent disqualifications" against the judiciary, and signals action towards unlocking tribunals (El Confidencial, El Periódico, El Español, Libertad Digital).
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19:56Perelló Demands Judicial Respect

Spanish newspapers remain significantly focused on the escalating political-judicial confrontation. Attorney General García Ortiz continues to publicly defend his presence and belief in justice, while the President of the Judicial Power, Perelló, reiterates demands for respect for judges, condemning "insistent disqualifications" against the judiciary (La Razón, RTVE, El Español, infoLibre, Público). Concurrently, the US Open semifinals featuring Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz draw notable attention (El Confidencial, El Mundo).
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