Morning opening: Spanish police search Socialist Party's Madrid HQ
Spanish police entered the ruling Socialist Party’s headquarters in Madrid under a judicial order to collect information regarding a potential illegal financing scheme, according to multiple Spanish news sources.
A spokesperson for the Guardia Civil informed that officers had accessed the premises but did not provide further details due to the confidentiality of the investigation.
Context and political implications
The search occurs amid increasing scrutiny over separate allegations involving influence peddling and corruption connected to former prime minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and the immediate family of the current prime minister, Pedro Sánchez. This situation places both the party and Sánchez in a delicate position.
Prime Minister's activities and expected press conference
Prime Minister Sánchez is currently in Rome visiting the Vatican, where he is scheduled to meet Pope Leo this morning. Following the meeting, a press conference is anticipated, during which Sánchez is expected to address questions concerning the police searches in Madrid.
Other ongoing developments in Europe
Additionally, attention remains on the third day of the heatwave affecting large areas of western Europe, with the latest updates emerging from the Baltics and other regions. Furthermore, a UK-Polish defence and security treaty is set to be signed in London.
It is Wednesday, 27 May 2026. This is Jakub Krupa reporting for Europe Live.
