
Sánchez Ally Faces Trial as Corruption Scandal Shakes Socialist Government
Prosecutors are pushing for a 24-year jail term for José Luis Ábalos on charges of bribery, embezzlement, influence peddling, and involvement in a criminal organisation.

Prosecutors are pushing for a 24-year jail term for José Luis Ábalos on charges of bribery, embezzlement, influence peddling, and involvement in a criminal organisation.

Mogherini’s departure follows her detention and questioning in connection with suspected corruption.

Lower officials fear their reputations will also be tarnished by accusations of fraud and corruption levelled at their seniors.