What does Sanchez’s political pause mean for Spain?


by Euro Weekly News

Euro Weekly News— The recent pause in all institutional activities by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to contemplate his political future has thrown the nation into a state of uncertainty. On April 24, 2024, Sanchez halted his duties amidst scrutiny over an investigation involving his wife’s professional activities, which a Madrid court is examining. This latest development has […]

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