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On May 7, 2015, Spanish police noticed a young Moroccan woman dragging what looked like a heavy suitcase across the border with Ceuta. When they put the suitcase through an X-ray machine they were shocked to see the silhouette of a child curled up in foetal position. (Photo: AFP)

Man who smuggled 8-yr-old son into Spain, goes for trial

Prosecutors are seeking a 3-yr prison term for Ali Ouattara for helping his son's illegal entry into Europe and endangering child's life.

20 Feb 2018 1:49 PM

The declaration came weeks after a banned independence referendum on October 1, which saw a police crackdown that sent shockwaves around the world. (Photo: AFP)

Catalan independence crisis: Separatists win absolute majority

For Catalans on both sides of the divide the day had been a moment of truth.

22 Dec 2017 2:13 PM

Carles Puigdemont, whose regional government was dismissed by Spanish PM, accused Madrid of ‘premeditated aggression.’ (Photo: AP)

‘Peaceful democratic opposition’ to Madrid’s rule, says sacked Catalonia leader

The secessionists say a referendum on Oct 1 gave them a mandate for independence.

29 Oct 2017 5:47 PM

Spanish flags have been tied to balconies and windows around the city by pro-unity supporters on the nationwide holiday. (Photo: AP)

Amid Catalan crisis, Spain marks national day with show of unity

The region itself is deeply divided on the issue, with polls suggesting Catalans are roughly evenly split on whether to go it alone.

12 Oct 2017 12:04 PM

The most recent poll commissioned by the regional government in July showed 41.1 percent in favour of seceding, and 49.4 percent against. (Photo: AP)

What we know about Catalan independence vote

A total of 465 people were treated at hospitals and health centres, while Spain's interior ministry said 12 police officers were injured.

02 Oct 2017 11:28 AM

Ronaldo admitted that both he and Madrid are targetting a hat-trick of the European crown.

Champions League is Real Madrid's competition says Cristiano Ronaldo post APOEL's drubbing

Ronaldo gave a perfect start to his side's new campaign by scoring twice in Madrid's comfortable 3-0 win over Cypriot visitors.

14 Sep 2017 12:45 PM

People flee from the scene after a white van jumped the sidewalk in the historic Las Ramblas district of Barcelona. (Photo: AP)

Spain attacks: Suspect says imam planned to blow himself up in Barcelona

National Court Judge Fernando Andreu questioned the four about the vehicle attacks as well as the fatal explosion.

23 Aug 2017 7:23 PM

Barcelona, with its pristine beaches and eccentric architecture, attracts around 30 million visitors each year. (Photo: AFP)

Barcelona attack: Spain's tourism magnet, hopes attacks won't dent appeal

Tourism was perceived as Barcelona's biggest problem according to a recent survey carried out by the city council.

23 Aug 2017 2:32 PM

The four suspected members of the Spanish terror cells that executed attacks in Barcelona and Cambrils (from top left to bottom right): Mohamed Houli Chemlal, Driss Oukabir, Salah El Karib and Mohamed Aallaa. (Photo: AFP)

Barcelona attack: Terror cell planned big attack on monuments, suspect tells

The suspects who appeared in court are thought to be the only surviving members of a 12-man terror cell.

23 Aug 2017 11:39 AM

People stand next to candles and flowers placed on the ground, after a terror attack that left many killed and wounded in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo: AP)

Barcelona attack: 4 suspects to face court, 8 other jihadist killed

4 men have been detained, and rest have been killed, either by police or in an explosion believed to have been detonated by the suspects.

22 Aug 2017 11:57 AM

An injured person is carried in Barcelona, Spain, after a white van jumped the sidewalk in the historic Las Ramblas district (Photo: AP)

Barcelona attacks fugitive shot dead had knives, wore fake bomb belt

Two officers found him hiding in a nearby vineyard and asked for his identification, according to the head of the Catalan police.

22 Aug 2017 8:44 AM

Police had fired at the car when it forced the checkpoint, injuring an officer (Photo:AP)

Spanish police identify Barcelona attack driver as death toll rises to 15

The 22-year-old Moroccan is believed to be the last remaining member of a 12-man cell still at large in Spain or abroad.

21 Aug 2017 5:51 PM

Suspects planned massive 100 gas tanks attack in Spain; manhunt on

The investigation is also focusing on a missing imam, Abdelbaki Es Satty, who police think could have died in the Alcanar explosion.

21 Aug 2017 11:52 AM

People stand next to candles and flowers placed on the ground, after a terror attack that killed at least 14 people and wounded over 120 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo: AP)

I'm not afraid: fans in show of defiance after terror attacks in Barcelona

Several Barcelona fans held up a large black and white banner in the stands that read 'nothing will break us', a line from club's anthem.

21 Aug 2017 11:20 AM

Moroccan imam who deceived youth, accused of launching twin attacks in Spain

Three days after the assaults, a picture was emerging of an imam who may have radical leanings.

21 Aug 2017 10:31 AM

Suspects planned bigger attack, including huge explosion in Alcanar: Spain police

Details of the investigation are sparse but police said the Barcelona suspect driver may have been among the five killed.

19 Aug 2017 1:58 PM

An injured person is carried in Barcelona, Spain, after a white van jumped the sidewalk in the historic Las Ramblas district, crashing into a summer crowd of residents and tourists and injuring several people. (Photo: AP)

Police name three Moroccan suspects after deadly Barcelona terror attack

Police have not yet identified who drove the white van that sped into crowds on the busy Las Ramblas avenue in central Barcelona.

19 Aug 2017 11:28 AM

Emergency workers stand on a blocked street in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo: AP)

ISIS claims its 'soldiers' carried out Barcelona attack

At least 13 people were killed on Thursday when a driver deliberately slammed a van into crowds.

18 Aug 2017 5:59 AM

Terror attack in Barcelona leaves 13 dead, several injured

Cars, trucks and vans have been the weapon of choice in multiple extremist attacks in Europe in the last year.

17 Aug 2017 9:18 PM

Ronaldo was given a second yellow card moments later for diving to attempt to win a penalty and will miss Wednesday's second leg at the Bernabeu. (Photo: AP)

Cristiano Ronaldo hogs headlines as Real Madrid beat Barcelona 3-1 in Spanish Super Cup

Ronaldo scored a sensational goal and was then sent off for a combination of his provocative celebration and for diving.

14 Aug 2017 11:26 AM

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