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Volunteers in Gaza are actively working to preserve cultural heritage sites that have been damaged by war. Their efforts aim to protect and restore historical artifacts and locations.

Former Spanish President Mariano Rajoy has accused the current government of attempting to 'distract attention' with comments regarding the French national football team, rather than focusing on issues important to Spaniards.

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France is reportedly furious over a racist comment made by former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final match against Spain. The comment has caused significant irritation within the French team.
The lawyer for Luis Bárcenas has accused the former leadership of the Interior Ministry of orchestrating 'Operation Kitchen' to protect Mariano Rajoy, while PSOE and Podemos place the former minister at the top of the alleged parapolice operation to steal documents from the former PP treasurer.
Jorge Fernández Díaz, former Interior Minister under Mariano Rajoy, has denied any knowledge or involvement in Operation Kitchen, a parapolice operation to steal documents from former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy asserted that Spain should remain aligned with democratic nations. He emphasized the country's consistent position alongside democracies.
Former Spanish President Mariano Rajoy and María Dolores de Cospedal denied any illegal political or police operation, specifically 'Operation Kitchen,' aimed at protecting Fernández Díaz.

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy spent half an hour denying all suspicions about his involvement in the 'Kitchen' case, asserting that it was a police investigation and not a political…
An article features the iconic phrase 'Mariano, be strong,' likely referencing the text message sent by former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy during a corruption scandal.

An internal affairs investigator testified in Spain's National Court, recalling a threat made by former police commissioner José Manuel Villarejo against former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy. Villarejo allegedly threatened to reveal 'compromising information' about Rajoy, referred to as 'the Asturian' by investigators.

WhatsApp messages reveal an attempt by PNV leaders Aitor Esteban and Andoni Ortuzar to convince Mariano Rajoy to step aside for Soraya Sáenz de Santamaría to become Prime Minister.

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has refused to apologize after being accused of racism, stating that political debates on such issues are merely intended to create noise and distract attention.
This opinion piece critically examines the legacy and public perception of former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy's governance, questioning its inclusivity.

Spain's Popular Party defended former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy following a complaint from France regarding alleged racist remarks in a satirical cartoon. The Spanish government dismissed the criticism, characterizing the cartoons as sarcastic.

Despite its self-proclaimed 'pacifist' stance, the Spanish government has significantly increased its arms spending, which now accounts for a third of the Defense budget. This represents an annual increase of 8 billion euros compared to the last government led by Mariano Rajoy, quadrupling the investment in weaponry.
Former commissioner Villarejo breaks from other defendants, claiming he would have been thrilled to find the pendrive of Bárcenas with data on Mariano Rajoy, revealing his unfiltered statements about political figures.

The former second-in-command at Spain's Interior Ministry during Mariano Rajoy's premiership has denied having ordered or authorized the alleged espionage against former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas.
An investigator involved in the "B-fund" case of Spain's People's Party (PP) testified that "Operation Kitchen" was a police operation conducted without judicial authorization, reiterating that he was pressured to exclude names like Mariano Rajoy from reports on irregular financing.

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy made a notable statement, seemingly passing the baton or commenting on Begoña Gómez, emphasizing his identity and public perception.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy and María Dolores de Cospedal are facing scrutiny regarding the "Bárcenas case," specifically the "19 months of hell" experienced by the Bárcenas family aft

A posthumous confession by former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas implicates ex-Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy in 'Operación Kitchen', just 72 hours before Rajoy's scheduled testimony. The extent of Rajoy's knowledge of the operation remains a key question.

The Spanish government has reportedly broken its record for 'finger-picked' appointments, spending 170 million euros annually and nearly 500 million euros on advisors between 2018 and 2025, a 134.7% increase compared to Mariano Rajoy's tenure.

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has expressed satisfaction with the 'attention' his racist comments about the French national football team received, reiterating his stance without apology.

Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy ignited a storm of criticism with comments about the French national football team, stating it was 'without Frenchmen'.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy faced widespread criticism and accusations of racism after stating that the French World Cup team played "without Frenchmen." His comments sparked outrage among politicians and the public, leading to a heated debate about xenophobia.
A survey is being conducted to gauge public approval for reinstating the mortgage deduction, a measure that was abolished by the Mariano Rajoy government effective January 1, 2013.
Eight years after Mariano Rajoy's fall in May 2018, Pedro Sánchez faces significant political challenges in May 2026, marking a parallel in the Spanish political timeline.
An audio recording reveals former commissioner Villarejo and the number two of the Interior Ministry discussing alleged monthly payments of 10,000 euros from former PP treasurer Luis Bárcenas to former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has warned current Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez that 'aligning with dictatorships' such as China would be 'a huge mistake,' emphasizing that democracy involves superior values beyond just economics.
Former Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy and former minister María Dolores de Cospedal have testified in the 'Kitchen' case trial.
Luis Bárcenas, former treasurer of Spain's Popular Party (PP), has ratified his accusations against the PP under Mariano Rajoy for illegal financing ("caja B") and the "Kitchen" espionage case, confirming he recorded the former Prime Minister receiving undeclared money.
Former treasurer of Spain's Popular Party, Luis Bárcenas, claims an audio recording of former PM Mariano Rajoy admitting to illegal party funding and destroying evidence was stolen. Bárcenas suggests the operation was initiated by PP officials to discredit him after he revealed the party's parallel accounting.
La intervención de Kiko Rivera trae a colación a la tonadillera, la de Mariano Rajoy deja un mensaje a Núñez Feijóo y con el pequeño Nicolás se le pasan cuentas a la titulación de Pablo Casado