Galicia

Recent news highlights several significant events in Spain. The country is grappling with severe weather, including deadly floods caused by storms Leonardo and Marta, impacting both Spain and Portugal. Authorities are also combating large-scale cocaine trafficking, dismantling operations that use 'floating bases' and 'narco-subs' in the Atlantic, resulting in substantial drug seizures and numerous arrests. Tragically, a high-speed train derailment in Córdoba province led to a collision and numerous fatalities, prompting investigations into track fractures. In a move towards historical reconciliation, Spain is formally pardoning 53 women incarcerated during the Franco regime for allegedly being 'fallen' or 'in danger of falling,' acknowledging the injustices of the past. These events underscore Spain's current challenges and efforts to address both contemporary issues and historical wrongs.