The Latest Breaking News from Mónica García

Pregnant Woman Pleads for Help as Ceuta Locals Say They Fear Rape and Sexual Assault After 72,000 Migrant Crossings

A pregnant Spanish woman's Ceuta video draws attention to local safety fears as authorities process alleged sexual-assault cases after July's crossing.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

Spain's doctors set for new strike as government approves contested healthcare reform

The government says the main trade unions back the reform, despite months of protests by professionals across the political spectrum. The draft law still needs Congress approval.

Euronews · Jun 2

Spain's political showdown that nearly stopped the hantavirus ship reaching Tenerife

MV Hondius anchored off Granadilla early Sunday after a night of tension between the Canary Islands government and Madrid over evacuation flights.

Euronews · May 15

The Latest: 3 passengers from virus-hit cruise ship evacuated to the Netherlands

Three people from a cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak, including the ship’s doctor, are being flown to the Netherlands for medical care

The Independent UK · May 6

Trump Draws Backlash in Spain Over Alleged U.S. Inquiry Into Euthanasia of Noelia Castillo

Spain's government is pushing back against President Donald Trump after reports that the U.S. Embassy in Madrid may be gathering information about the euthanasia case of Noelia Castillo, a 25-year-old woman whose death followed a lengthy legal battle. Spain's Health Minister Mónica García publicly criticized Trump, accusing him of promoting…

Latin Times · Apr 1

Spain plans to extend smoking ban to bar and restaurant terraces

The ban would not only apply to traditional tobacco in public spaces, but also to electronic cigarettes and heated tobacco devices.

Euronews · May 29, 2025

Spain makes face masks mandatory in hospitals as flu and Covid cases surge

Rules reintroduced as ‘commonsense measure’ despite opposition from some regional administrations

The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2024

Spain makes face masks mandatory in hospitals and clinics after a spike in respiratory illnesses

Spain’s government says face masks will be mandatory in hospitals and healthcare centers starting Wednesday due to a surge in respiratory illnesses

The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2024

Rightwing Madrid government rejects huge healthcare protest as a ‘failure’

Populist leader of regional authority accuses opposition of ‘dirty tricks’ after at least 200,000 take to streets

The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2022