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• [New] The Future Combat Air System, which is a joint initiative by France, Germany, Spain to develop a next-generation air combat system that will include manned and unmanned platforms with advanced capabilities in stealth, connectivity, autonomy, AI. FasterCapital
• [New] Discussion has centered around the risks of nuclear power, and nations such as Italy, Belgium, Spain, and Switzerland are moving away from nuclear energy. SpringerLink
• 27,446 MW of wind power have currently been installed in Spain, of which 22,959 will be more than 25 years old by the end of this decade. Endesa
• Cyber attacks on critical infrastructure, like Spain's power grid, raise concerns about vulnerabilities in renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. Dollar Collapse
• Preliminary inflation figures from Germany, France, Italy and Spain will be closely watched amid growing uncertainty on trade and energy costs. (2025) New CA Site
• As people wait for more answers on what caused the power cut that disrupted tens of millions of lives across Spain and Portugal, several have questioned Spain's heavy reliance on renewable energy sources as it plans to phase out nuclear reactors. Daily Mail
• The Blackout Risk: A Fragile Grid Under Strain Porter begins by addressing the looming threat of blackouts, referencing a recent catastrophic event in the Iberian Peninsula, where Spain and Portugal suffered a prolonged power outage that claimed at least seven lives. Clintel
• In 2025, France is expected to import over 80,000 metric tons of almonds, with a significant portion of its imports coming from countries like Spain and the United States. EssFeed
• Nationwide Power Outages in Portugal & Spain A massive blackout struck Spain and Portugal, affecting millions and causing airport closures, stranded travelers, and hospital disruptions. CybersecurityNews
• Until then, Spain's grid is still largely dependent on conventional storage, and there is pressure on it to integrate growing amounts of renewable energy without disruption. The National Interest
• By 2030, the highest prevalence of diabetes is estimated to be in Spain, followed by Germany, with the second highest prevalence, while Norway will have the lowest prevalence. Yahoo Finance
• A major power outage in Spain caused widespread disruption, but authorities have now restored most of the electricity supply. Moneycontrol
• Energy authorities will need to evaluate the capacity and reliability of other energy sources to ensure that Spain does not face a similar issue in the future. Trends Newsline
• In 2050, if the drought in southern Europe is particularly severe, losses could reach 20 billion euros in Spain and Italy. AtCoMedia. Inc
• Spain, Portugal, and the U.S. each operate advanced and highly coordinated power systems, but their structures differ in key ways that affect how they plan for and respond to outages. SEPA
• Southern Europe is already seeing climate disruptions hit olive oil production, which is intensively affecting the already poorly performing economies of countries like Spain. Media India Group
• Since then, sporadic outbreaks have cropped up in Spain and Portugal, with fears that warming weather and human activity could turn more idyllic waterways into danger zones. The Sun
• Europe's ageing power grid faces urgent modernization needs due to rising green energy, increased demand, and cybersecurity threats, highlighted by a recent blackout in Spain and Portugal. The Economic Times
• Spain was warned well before the outage across the Iberian Peninsula that it risked severe energy blackouts due to its reliance on renewable energy, it has been disclosed. Brussels Signal
• The current lack of connection means that the rest of Europe is unable to benefit from solar power being generated in the Iberian Peninsula, Spain and Portugal are less able to support nearby countries experiencing grid disruptions, and broader European energy security efforts are undermined. The National Interest
• In 2025, Italy is projected to import over 50,000 metric tons of almonds, with a significant portion of its imports coming from countries like Spain and the United States. EssFeed
• In 2025, Spain is expected to import over 300,000 metric tons of almonds, with a significant portion of its imports coming from countries like the United States and Australia. EssFeed

Last updated: 13 June 2025