It will be news: Zapatero's statement at the National High Court, an interview with the president and the presentation of the Azkena Rock festival
In two words, a summary of what will be news of the Present today.
José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, in a stock image. Stock Photo: EFE
The main headlines of the media today, June 17, 2026, are as follows:
- Zapatero's statement in the National High Court: Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero will testify as an investigator, from 09:00, before the judge of the National High Court José Luis Calama. Plus Ultra for the rescue of the airline and the origin of the jewels.
- Interview with the Lehendakari: The President, Imanol Pradales, considers "extremely serious" the political situation created by the judicial disputes surrounding President Pedro Sánchez and the Government of Spain, and therefore invites him, "if he wants to make his way until the elections", to appear before the Congress of Deputies on 24 June with "civility and transparency".
- Presentation of the Azkena Rock Festival: Azk￮ rock Festival presentation press conference on the eve of the start of the music festival to be held from 18 to 20 June in Mendizabala, Vitoria-Gasteiz.
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