Spain

Spain is a country in southwestern Europe located in the Iberian Peninsula with several exclaves located in northern Africa. It borders France and Andorra to its north, Portugal to its west, and Morocco and the UK's Gibraltar territory to its south. The country is a constitutional monarchy with a king serving as head of state and a prime minister. Its capital and largest city is Madrid.

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Hind Rajab Foundation file complaint against Israeli soldier in Barcelona

"The actions of Sergeant A and his platoon demonstrate systematic violations of international humanitarian law, targeting civilians and protected infrastructure," HRF stated.

'Let them make broth with their dead': Gypsy clan's viral threats over stolen roosters

The clan denied allegations that the roosters were used in illegal fights, a speculation that had arisen on Spanish social media.

Parish priest in Spain denies communion to town's mayor over sexual orientation

The parish priest of Torrecaballeros, Spain, informed Mayor Rubén García de Andrés he was barred from receiving communion due to his sexual orientation and relationship status.

Spain's Princess Leonor begins a six-month naval voyage for military training

The cadets will study up to 18 different subjects, including navigation, astronomy, meteorology, amphibious operations, combat support and services, maritime law, tactics, and weapon systems.

Tomiko Itooka, world's oldest person, dies at 116

She became the oldest person in the world after Maria Branyas Morera from Spain passed away in August 2024 at 117.

Eight fascinating Jewish news stories from 2024 that you might have missed

From antisemitism in Spain to J.D.'s Jewish chief of staff, explore the fascinating stories about Jews that you may have missed over 2024.

By JTA STAFF
01/01/2025

Spanish YouTuber arrested for tutorials showing how to manufacture explosives

"I am a good guy making educational, informative, and entertaining videos," Alberto R. H. said in a video response.

'The 2,000 Kidnapped Spanish Jewish Children’ film honors families of October 7 hostages

The documentary outlines how 2,000 Jewish children were sent to the hostile island of São Tomé after the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492.

Discovery in Prado Vargas Cave suggests Neanderthals practiced abstract thinking

Researchers believe marine fossils were deliberately collected by Neanderthals, despite holding no practical value.

Phoenician shipwreck 'Mazarrón II' rescued after 2,600 years underwater

The ship, measuring 8.10 meters in length, is exceptional as one of the few complete Phoenician ships found to date.

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