SpainOwnership & classification
Founded: 1989
Ownership
El Mundo was founded in 1989 by Pedro J. Ramírez and others, and is published by Unidad Editorial S.A. Unidad Editorial (formed in 2007 from the merger of Unedisa and Grupo Recoletos) is about 96-97% owned by the Italian RCS MediaGroup, which is itself controlled by Urbano Cairo through Cairo Communication. El Mundo is therefore ultimately controlled by the same Italian proprietor as Corriere della Sera.
Funding
Financed commercially through advertising, newsstand sales and digital subscriptions, within Unidad Editorial's portfolio (which also includes Marca and Expansión) and ultimately consolidated under RCS.
Affiliation & stance
Centre-right and conservative-liberal in editorial stance, known for investigative reporting. It is owned by a private commercial media group (RCS/Cairo) with no party or state control of the newsroom, which makes it INDEPENDENT, despite a clear centre-right line.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Conservative
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 964
80/100
Factual
72/100
Objective
1313
Articles
1294
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
Spain and five other European countries insist on setting an extraordinary tax on the profits of oil companies
Spain and five other European Union countries, Germany, Italy, Austria, Poland, and Portugal, are pushing for an extraordinary tax on the profits of oil companies generated by the conflict in the Middle East. The ministers of Economy from these six nations plan to request this measure again through a joint letter addressed to Simon Harris, Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, who currently holds the rotating presidency of the EU. The letter, which has been accessed by EL PAÍS and shared by AFP and Euronews, calls for the reinstatement of such a tax, similar to the one implemented in 2022 after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The ministers argue that oil companies are experiencing high profitability and margins, despite rising crude oil prices, and that current measures have not sufficiently stabilized prices for both businesses and citizens. They emphasize the need for a unified approach to ensure those benefiting from the crisis contribute to alleviating public costs. This would mark the second time the EU has imposed such a tax, with the new proposal seeking more selective inclusion of foreign profits from multinational oil firms.
Italian rapper Tony Boy arrested for possession of drugs and illegal weapons
The Italian rapper Tony Boy, whose real name is Antonio Hueber, was detained by police in Milan after they discovered drugs and illegal weapons at his residence. The police found cocaine, hashish, marijuana, a pistol with a wiped serial number, and nearly 50 rounds of ammunition during a search conducted after intercepting him in a vehicle. He was arrested on charges related to possession of narcotics for trafficking and illegal weapon possession. Additionally, he faces accusations of resisting authority and improperly handling data due to live-streaming the police operation on social media. During the raid, Tony Boy attempted to record the event but was asked to turn off his phone by officers.
Vice President Cuerpo travels to Ceuta 25 days after the crisis to work on an economic support plan
The Spanish government's first vice president and minister of Economy, Commerce, and Enterprise, Carlos Cuerpo, is traveling to Ceuta 25 days after the initial migration crisis to develop an economic support plan for the city. The plan includes measures such as tax reductions, social security contribution cuts, and direct aid to compensate for lost income during the crisis. It also aims to boost tourism and fund a project using desalinated water in Ceuta. Additionally, the government has approved a 25 million euro fund to relocate 500 minors from Ceuta to the mainland and has already allocated six million euros for humanitarian efforts related to the influx of migrants. Security measures include maintaining increased police and civil guard presence in the area and strengthening border protection systems.
The pilot Jesús López 'Pijo' dies in an accident during the Ascent to Taboadela, in Ourense
Jesús López, conocido como 'Pijo', falleció a los 48 años tras un grave accidente durante la séptima edición de la Subida a Taboadela en Ourense, una prueba puntuable para el Campeonato Gallego de Montaña. El incidente ocurrió alrededor de las 11:30 horas mientras participaba en un Forwin RS23, cuando perdió el control del vehículo y chocó contra un coche estacionado y luego contra el muro de una vivienda, causando un incendio. El piloto falleció en el acto, mientras que dos espectadores resultaron heridos de gravedad y fueron trasladados al hospital. La Federación Gallega de Automovilismo confirmó la identidad del fallecido y la suspensión de la prueba. El accidente generó conmocionó en la comunidad automovilística gallega, con el Rallye Ourense Recalvi destacando la trayectoria profesional de López y su legado en el automovilismo local.
A Spanish businessman disappears after falling from his boat between Sicily and Greece: his wife spent three days adrift and heard him shout "Menchu, turn off the engine!"
A Spanish businessman, Juan José Mutilba Obregón, aged 66, went missing after falling overboard during a sailing trip between Sicily and Greece. His wife, Carmen, aged 67, was left alone on the boat for three days without communication, until she finally regained signal and contacted authorities. The family reports that Juan José fell into the water while cleaning a tuna, possibly due to blood from the fish, and was left behind as the boat continued its journey. Their son, Sergio, who has been tracking the search efforts, explains that the boat had deviated from its planned route, prompting a friend of Juan José, an experienced navigator, to raise concerns. After three days, Carmen managed to reach out, leading to coordinated rescue efforts by maritime services in Spain, Italy, and Greece. The focus now remains on locating Juan José.
Two Israeli teenagers arrested for beating an amputated Palestinian in West Bank
Two Israeli teenagers were arrested for beating a Palestinian amputee in the Hebron area of the West Bank, according to an Israeli police statement. The incident involved a 16-year-old resident of an illegal settlement and a 17-year-old from Jerusalem, who filmed the attack. The victim, identified as Said al Omur, lost his leg due to an Israeli settler's shooting last year. The police confiscated an unlicensed vehicle used by the suspect. Reports indicate that over 94% of investigations into attacks by Israelis against Palestinians in the West Bank (excluding East Jerusalem) close without charges since 2005.
Government fails to fully return migrants despite flattering Morocco: 6,500 still roam unchecked through Ceuta
The Spanish government under Pedro Sánchez has failed to fully return all undocumented immigrants who entered Ceuta illegally on July 30th, despite efforts to please Morocco. The strategy of praising Morocco’s border management did not yield results, and after 22 days, over 6,500 migrants remain uncontrolled in the territory. The government shifted tactics by setting up tents to relocate those who had camped on the beach, but this approach was ineffective. This marks the second time in this legislative term that Spain has relied on Morocco and faced setbacks, including Morocco rejecting the repatriation of deceased individuals. Spain faces a complex challenge as Morocco refuses to accept many migrants, while EU rules prevent their relocation to mainland Spain. Initially, Morocco cooperated in returns, with around 72,000 of 80,000 migrants being sent back, though this occurred beyond the legal 72-hour deadline. Security forces forcibly deported migrants, including children, in trucks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs pledged to return 'every last person,' but Morocco’s stance changed, signaling potential complications.
They investigate the appearance of two dead men on a street in Veguellina de Órbigo (Leon)
Two men, aged 57 and 59, were found dead on the street in Veguellina de Órbigo, León, early Sunday morning. The Guardia Civil is investigating the incident, which occurred around 6:44 AM on Santa Teresa Street. Both bodies were discovered without apparent signs of violence, though authorities have not ruled out any hypotheses. The victims were friends who lived in the same locality, and their last known location was near the home of one of them. Emergency services, including a mobile intensive care unit and medical teams, responded to the scene.
Putin clings to the miracle of an incorruptible 14th-century prince to boost the morale of his crumbling soldiery in Ukraine
The article discusses how Russian President Vladimir Putin has used the discovery of the well-preserved remains of Prince Dmitry Donskoy, a 14th-century prince, to boost morale among his troops during the ongoing war in Ukraine. The remains were found during restoration work at the Cathedral of the Archangel Michael in Moscow’s Kremlin, where they had been resting undisturbed for nearly seven centuries. Religious authorities described the find as a miracle, and political figures linked it to the current military campaign, suggesting it could inspire soldiers. While historical records confirmed the presence of the remains, they had never been exhumed before. The Church declared the remains authentic based on historical data, archaeological context, and anthropological study. The article highlights the symbolic importance of the event for Russia’s national narrative.
Ten arrested after the shooting attack from a narco-lanche against a patrol boat of the Civil Guard in waters of Huelva
Ten suspected drug traffickers were arrested by Spain's National Police and Customs Surveillance Service after they opened fire on a patrol boat of the Maritime Provincial Service of Huelva during the early hours of August 17–18, 2026. The attack occurred just one day after two masked individuals shot dead two women and a minor in the town of Isla Cristina, which authorities are investigating as possibly related to family disputes among drug trafficking clans. During the pursuit, the suspects' semi-rigid boat performed evasive maneuvers deemed extremely dangerous, putting officers' lives at risk. The attackers also attempted to dump drugs into the sea to hinder the police chase and cause damage to the patrol boats. One suspect was injured during the incident and abandoned by his accomplices on the coast of Cadiz. In addition to the ten arrests, authorities seized two drug-laden boats and 5,926 kilograms of hashish, marking a significant blow against criminal organizations operating in southern Spain. The violence has intensified along the coast of Huelva, a popular tourist destination, amid reports of insufficient resources for law enforcement.
12 dead and 10 seriously injured in bus accident in Hungary
Un autobús de matrícula polaca volcó en una autopista del este de Hungría cerca de la localidad de Mezokeresztes, causando la muerte de doce personas y dejando a diez heridos graves. El vehículo, que se dirigía a la ciudad de Nyiregyhaza, se salió de la calzada, cayó en una cuneta y volcó a primera hora del domingo. Según la policía, se sospecha que el conductor podría haberse quedado dormido. El primer ministro húngaro, Peter Magyar, informó del incidente en su perfil de Facebook. El presidente polaco, Karol Nawrocki, expresó su dolor por la tragedia, mientras que el ministro de Asuntos Exteriores polaco, Radoslaw Sikorski, destacó el compromiso del gobierno polaco para proporcionar información verificada sobre los afectados.
A flight from Malaga to Stuttgart returns urgently due to a serious failure in the landing gear
An Eurowings flight from Málaga Airport to Stuttgart had to return to the airport due to suspected blockage in the aircraft's landing gear. The crew declared a 'Pan-Pan' emergency shortly after takeoff, prompting air traffic controllers to prioritize the situation by reserving runway 12 exclusively for the affected plane and diverting other traffic to runway 13. This allowed the airport to maintain both departures and arrivals using a single runway if needed. After technical preparations were completed, the plane was guided directly to runway 12 for a safe landing. Post-landing inspections confirmed no issues, and the airport resumed normal operations with both runways operational.
Feijóo denounces that Spain's situation is the "most delicate" in its history after the "invasion" in Ceuta
The article discusses Spanish politician Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the People's Party (PP), criticizing Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez for engaging in negotiations with former Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont over the state budget. Feijóo suggests that Sánchez has sent representatives like Santos Cerdán and José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero to negotiate with Puigdemont, implying a lack of transparency. He questions whether Sánchez would send him as well, suggesting potential political maneuvering. The article also covers Feijóo’s stance on amnesty laws, arguing they do not align with the Constitution and were used as a fraudulent tactic by Sánchez to secure his election. Feijóo calls for reforms to the Constitutional Court and emphasizes the importance of upholding the rule of law.