Spanish government and Catholic Church seal deal to compensate abuse victims
New protocol lets victims file claims from April 15, with ombudsman holding final say on reparations
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Politics news from Catalonia and Barcelona
Spanish Congress approves €5 billion package to shield economy from Middle East conflict
Economy minister describes measure as "most ambitious in the European Union"
Global Sumud Flotilla to set sail from Barcelona for the second time
Organizers plan more vessels, participants, and humanitarian aid for Gaza
Barcelona opens Brussels office to increase influence on policies such as housing in EU
Mayor asks EC to allocate funds "directly" to cities to rehabilitate buildings or build subsidized apartments
Spain to invest €5bn to mitigate effects Middle East conflict, including reduction of fuel VAT
Government plans to temporarily stop special tax on electricity and reduce electricity generation tax
Catalan President announces €400 million aid package for companies hit by Middle East war
Salvador Illa suggests aid could increase depending on how the conflict develops
Catalan government approves €6 billion in additional funding for urgent spending
Finance Minister Romero states that funds will be used for transport and housing
Government and opposition ERC agree to 'more time' to negotiate 2026 budget
Ruling Socialists don't currently have parliamentary support to pass spending plan
Spanish government set to approve plan to tackle Middle East war's economic impact
Trade unions UGT and CCOO call for concrete measures and oppose "widespread tax cuts"
Taxi law limiting ride-hailing services clears first Parliament vote
Proposed legislation recognizes taxis as a public service
Israel's acting ambassador: 'It is time for Spain to decide who its allies are'
Dana Erlich rejects 'genocide' accusations over Gaza and defends strikes on Iran
Sánchez to Trump: 'Between allied countries it is good to help when you are right and point out when you are wrong'
Spanish PM stresses respect for US presidency while criticizing Iran offensive
Feminism must engage men, Catalonia's equality minister warns
March 8 marks International Women's Day and 50 years since the first Catalan Women's Days
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