War in Ukraine
All the latest on Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how it impacts Spain.
Spurred by Trump turnabout, European nations debate conscription
Frightened by the prospect of US security disengagement and three years of Moscow's war against Ukraine, European countries are debating reinstating compulsory military service to boost their defences in the face of Russian aggression.
Are Europe's ties with United States set to worsen?
Relations between the United States and Europe have historically had their ups and downs, but a storm has now blown up as a result of Washington's recent strategic shift. Will it blow through or get more intense?
'A new era is upon us': EU unveils €800 billion plan to rearm Europe
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen Tuesday presented a five-part plan to mobilise some €800 billion for Europe's defence -- and help provide "immediate" military support for Ukraine after the US suspended aid.
Europe backs Ukraine after Trump-Zelensky clash shocks world leaders
European leaders threw their support behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after his spat with Donald Trump sent shockwaves across the world, casting doubts over efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
EU keeps up 'pressure' on Russia with new sanctions
EU countries on Wednesday agreed a new round of sanctions on Russia as the bloc looks to keep up pressure in the face of US talks with Russia. France will host a new Ukraine summit, the president announced.
Will Europe match words with actions after being sidelined by Trump?
European leaders have been left in shock after the US sidelined them in its bid to bring peace to Ukraine and suggested it would no longer guarantee the continent's security, but will they now take action?
Europe's security is at a 'turning point', EU leader warns
Europe's security is at a turning point, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday, as she arrived in Paris for an emergency meeting to address the US's shock policy shift on the war in Ukraine.
Jailed Spanish reporter in Poland freed as part of prisoner swap
A Spanish reporter of Russian origin held in Poland suspected of spying for Moscow is among 26 prisoners released Thursday in Ankara in a major swap involving Russia and Western nations.
Spain detains 3 over cyberattacks on pro-Ukraine nations
Spanish police said Saturday that they had arrested three people accused of taking part in cyberattacks by a pro-Russian group targeting public institutions and strategic sectors in Spain and other NATO countries.
'Very high': Spain's govt split over €1 billion in Ukraine military aid
A split in Spain's coalition government over Madrid's pledge to provide €1 billion in military aid to Ukraine broke out on Tuesday after a far-left cabinet minister described the amount as "very high".
Spain pledges €1 billion in military aid to Ukraine as Zelensky visits
Spain on Monday pledged €1 billion in military aid to Kyiv as Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a security deal in Madrid.
Spain against deploying EU troops to Ukraine
Spain on Tuesday said it was against any deployment of European troops in Ukraine after France's Emmanuel Macron refused to rule out sending Western soldiers.
Spanish PM 'shocked' by death of 'unjustly imprisoned' Navalny
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Friday said that he was "shocked" by the death of Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny, who was "unjustly imprisoned" by Russian President Vladimir Putin's regime.
Ukraine's Zelensky in Spain for European summit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Thursday he was in the Spanish city of Granada for a summit bringing together leaders from almost 50 European countries.
Spanish aid worker killed in Ukraine: foreign minister
A Spanish volunteer aid worker was killed in Ukraine after a missile hit the vehicle she was travelling in, Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said Sunday.
OPINION: A winter energy crunch in Europe looks a distinct possibility
Last winter passed without major gas shortages, thanks to EU-wide actions - but the problem is far from solved for the winters to come, warns global energy specialist Professor Michael Bradshaw.
Spain to kick off EU presidency with PM visit to Ukraine
Spain will take on the EU's rotating presidency this weekend with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visiting Kyiv to show steadfast European support for Ukraine as it battles Russian forces, officials said Thursday.
Biden thanks Spain for Ukraine support
US President Joe Biden on Friday expressed his gratitude to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez for his support for Ukraine after the Russian invasion, and for the strengthening of Madrid's military ties with Washington.
Spain summons Russian ambassador over 'misinformation'
Spain said on Friday that it summoned the Russian ambassador over a video shared on their social media accounts that falsely portrayed Spanish troops fighting in Ukraine.
Spain court orders release on bail of letter bomb suspect
A pensioner who allegedly sent letter bombs to Spain's Prime Minister and the Ukrainian embassy has been released on bail, a Spanish court said Friday.
Ukraine asks Spain for air defence, weapons
Ukraine's defence minister said Wednesday he had asked his Spanish counterpart to supply air defences, including F-16 jets, and more ammunition to fend off Russia's invasion.
Spain arrests two for smuggling military kit to Russia
Spanish investigators said Wednesday they had arrested a Ukrainian and a Russian on suspicion of smuggling military aeronautical equipment to Russia, defying an EU embargo linked to the Ukraine war.
Spain PM urges Xi to hold talks with Ukraine's Zelensky
Spain's prime minister said Friday he had urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to speak with his Ukrainian counterpart, as he visits China's capital for talks aimed at boosting ties between Beijing and Madrid.