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Tag: Madrid (Spain)
Spanish Police Arrest a Man in Letter Bomb Case
A 74-year-old Spanish man made and sent all of the six letter bombs himself, the authorities alleged, though the “participation or influence of other people” was not ruled out.
Russian Agents Suspected of Directing Far-Right Group to Mail Bombs in Spain
U.S. officials say the operation may be a signal by Russia that the country and its proxies could carry out more terrorist actions in Europe if nations continue supporting Ukraine.
Explosion at Ukraine Embassy in Madrid Injures One Employee
An employee was slightly injured. Ukraine ordered all Kyiv’s embassies to strengthen security after the attack.
At NATO Summit in Madrid, Debates Underneath the Unity
The alliance is supporting Ukraine’s defense against Russia with money and arms, but its summit in Madrid this week will involve some difficult talks, including about where to put troops.
Why Madrid Rivals Miami as a Haven for Latin Americans
Turmoil and a political swing to the left have brought an influx of prominent and affluent exiles from the region to the Spanish capital in recent years.
European Protests Call for End to Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Demonstrators gathered in several European capitals to voice support for Ukraine.
Europeans Ponder Living With, Not Defeating, Covid
On the eve of the biggest holidays in Europe, exhaustion with the pandemic is rising. So is resignation that the virus is endemic.
Behind a Top Female Name in Spanish Crime Fiction: Three Men
Carmen Mola, a novelist publishing under a pen name, seemed to shatter a glass ceiling in the world of Spanish books. But when the author’s true identity was revealed while claiming a big prize, it was a shock.
Spanish Court Agrees to Extradite Former Venezuela Spy Chief to U.S.
Hugo Carvajal, once a prominent figure in the government of the Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, faces drug-trafficking charges in the United States.