Political tensions rise in Spain and Paraguay

In Spain, President Pedro Sánchez faces criticism regarding the perceived gap between his international calls for peace and multilateralism and domestic tensions with the judiciary. Opponents and judicial sectors argue that the government is applying pressure to judges investigating sensitive matters, questioning the credibility of Spain’s diplomatic stance on coexistence while the separation of powers is under scrutiny.

In Paraguay, Vice President Pedro Alliana has assumed acting presidential duties for ten days while President Santiago Peña travels to Venezuela and the United States for diplomatic meetings. Alliana’s leadership coincides with significant internal friction within the ruling Colorado Party. The party is experiencing a power struggle between the Peña-Alliana executive bloc and the faction led by Horacio Cartes, as various groups within Honor Colorado seek to consolidate leadership ahead of municipal elections.