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NDTV
3 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Spain Denies Power Grid "Experiment" Caused Massive Blackout
Madrid: Spain's government on Wednesday denied a press report that an "experiment" on the national power grid caused a huge blackout that crippled the Iberian Peninsula one month ago. Authorities have been scrambling to find answers after the April 28 outage cut telecommunications, halted transport and plunged cities into darkness across Spain and Portugal. Conservative British daily newspaper The Telegraph reported Friday, citing unnamed sources in Brussels, that Spanish authorities "were conducting an experiment before the system crashed, probing how far they could push reliance on renewables in preparation for Spain's rushed phase-out of nuclear reactors from 2027". "The government seems to have pushed the pace recklessly, before making the necessary investments in a sophisticated 21st-century smart grid capable of handling it," it added. Asked about the report in parliament, Ecological Transition Minister Sara Aagesen said: "It is false, totally false, that the government carried out any sort of experiment on the grid prior to the outage." "It is irresponsible to assign blame while the cause of the blackout remains under investigation. And it is equally irresponsible to claim that the government was conducting experiments," she added. The head of Spain's electricity operator REE, Beatriz Corredor, also called the report "completely false" in an interview with Spanish daily newspaper La Vanguardia published on Wednesday. "There was no excess of renewable energy" on April 28, nor short circuits, overloads or cyberattacks on the grid, she said, dismissing several widely circulated theories. Instead she said it appears that producers of "conventional" energy such as gas, nuclear and hydro plants "failed to properly regulate voltage" on the day of the outage. She did not say if this played a direct role in the blackout.
CNA
3 days ago
- Business
- CNA
Spain denies power grid 'experiment' caused giant blackout
MADRID: Spain's government on Wednesday (May 28) denied a press report that an "experiment" on the national power grid caused a huge blackout that crippled the Iberian Peninsula one month ago. Authorities have been scrambling to find answers after the Apr 28 outage cut telecommunications, halted transport and plunged cities into darkness across Spain and Portugal. Conservative British daily newspaper The Telegraph reported on Friday, citing unnamed sources in Brussels, that Spanish authorities "were conducting an experiment before the system crashed, probing how far they could push reliance on renewables in preparation for Spain's rushed phase-out of nuclear reactors from 2027". "The government seems to have pushed the pace recklessly, before making the necessary investments in a sophisticated 21st-century smart grid capable of handling it," it added. Asked about the report in parliament, Ecological Transition Minister Sara Aagesen said: "It is false, totally false, that the government carried out any sort of experiment on the grid prior to the outage." "It is irresponsible to assign blame while the cause of the blackout remains under investigation. And it is equally irresponsible to claim that the government was conducting experiments," she added. The head of Spain's electricity operator REE, Beatriz Corredor, also called the report "completely false" in an interview with Spanish daily newspaper La Vanguardia published on Wednesday. "There was no excess of renewable energy" on Apr 28, nor short circuits, overloads or cyberattacks on the grid, she said, dismissing several widely circulated theories. Instead she said it appears that producers of "conventional" energy such as gas, nuclear and hydro plants "failed to properly regulate voltage" on the day of the outage.
See - Sada Elbalad
23-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Catalonia Closes Office in Tel Aviv
Taarek Refaat Catalonia announced the closure of its foreign affairs mission in Tel Aviv. The Catalan government had previously announced the immediate closure of its trade office in Tel Aviv, after reaching an agreement with several municipalities, according to the Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia. This decision comes amid growing criticism from the Catalan and Spanish governments of Israel over the war on the Gaza Strip and the humanitarian situation there. Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest in the region sparked anger within Catalan government circles, aligning with the position expressed by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, who called for Israel's exclusion from the festival. The Catalan government, like Sánchez, criticized what it described as "double standards" in dealing with the war in Gaza, where "fundamental rights are being violated," a reference to the double standards of some right-wing parties, especially when compared to the war in Ukraine. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
See - Sada Elbalad
22-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
France: Palestine is a sovereign state, and Israel must come to its senses
Amir Hagag French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot warned that the Gaza Strip has become a "death trap" and called on the Israeli government to "come to its senses" and facilitate the passage of humanitarian aid to the Strip, at a time when France remains "determined" to recognize Palestine as a state. A day after France and other countries signed letters calling for an end to the military offensive and the entry of aid into Gaza, Barrot insisted that the situation in Gaza is "unsustainable," according to the Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia. He warned that Israel's decision to allow limited passage of trucks, which he attributed "primarily to domestic political reasons," is insufficient and considered Israel's conduct in its military campaign "a profound attack on human dignity and an absolute violation of all rules of international law." read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
"We want Szczesny to stay" – Barca president Joan Laporta hints at new deal for veteran goalkeeper
Image Source: Getty FC Barcelona 's president Joan Laporta shared happy news about goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny staying with the club. In a chat with La Vanguardia, Laporta said he wants the Polish star to keep playing for Barcelona. Fans love Szczesny's skills and leadership, and this news excites them. This article looks at Laporta's words, Szczesny's role, and Barcelona's plans for their goalkeepers. Laporta's confidence in Szczesny's future at Barcelona "We want Szczesny to stay at Barça. The other day he was celebrating the victory while smoking a cigar. I saw he wanted to stay," Joan Laporta told La Vanguardia. These words made Barcelona fans super excited because Szczesny is a key player. Laporta noticed Szczesny enjoying a cigar after a win, showing he's happy at the club. This makes fans think he might sign a new contract soon. — FabrizioRomano (@FabrizioRomano) Szczesny, who played for Arsenal and Juventus before, came to Barcelona to help the team. His great saves and calm style have won over fans and coaches. Laporta's words suggest the club is talking to Szczesny about staying longer. The president wants to keep experienced players like Szczesny while also using young stars. Fans are now waiting to hear if Szczesny will stay at Camp Nou. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Barcelona's goalkeeping depth and youth prospects "We also have good goalkeepers in the reserve team and in the youth team," Laporta said in his La Vanguardia interview. This shows Barcelona has many talented young goalkeepers coming up. The club loves growing new players, and their youth teams have some exciting goalies. Laporta's words mean Barcelona is planning for the future while Szczesny leads the team. Even though Szczesny is the main goalkeeper now, Barcelona is preparing other players. The young goalkeepers in the academy are showing excellent skills. Laporta's confidence in them means the club has a strong plan. This mix of Szczesny's experience and young talent makes fans happy. It shows Barcelona will have good goalkeepers for years to come. Barcelona has been doing great with coach Hansi Flick, winning big games. Szczesny's excellent work has helped the team a lot. Laporta's comments about Szczesny and the young goalies give fans hope. The president wants to keep strong players like Szczesny and build new stars. This plan is helping Barcelona stay a top football club. Also Read: Szczesny and Lewandowski families spotted celebrating Barcelona's EIClasico win As the summer transfer time gets closer, fans wonder what Szczesny will do. Will he sign a new deal and stay with Barcelona? Fans hope so because Laporta sounds positive. Szczesny's skills and happy cigar moment show he likes playing at Camp Nou. Plus, the young goalkeepers add more strength to the team. Barcelona's goalkeepers are in a great spot, both now and later. Laporta's words show a club that's smart and ready to win. Fans can't wait to hear more about Szczesny's future and the young players. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
