Fragile US-Iran truce threatens Hormuz closure. Portugal faces 10-15% fuel price spike if conflict resumes. What residents need to know about supply impacts.

PSP officer under investigation for leaking case details to colleagues accused of torture in Lisbon. Scandal affects 24 officers, threatens investigation integrity.

Portugal's parliament president Aguiar-Branco visits Luxembourg May 13-14 to strengthen ties with 88,000-strong diaspora ahead of June 10 national day celebrations.

Porto's new mayor auctions two properties once designated for mosques at market rates, reversing predecessor's symbolic €50 lease plan and prioritizing housing.

President Marcelo signs decree creating new National Commission for Children's Rights, strengthening oversight of local protection services and bridging gaps in mental health, education, and foster care coordination.

Portuguese Navy restricts access to left-wing political party websites on military networks. Learn what this means for democratic principles and military security.

PCP boycotts Ukraine's parliamentary speaker, drawing unanimous condemnation from all other parties and forcing a diplomatic apology to Kyiv.

Portugal's new age 16 social media law (2026) combines with 2024 metadata restrictions, creating investigation delays for police tackling online crimes affecting teens.

Venice Biennale 2026 faces unprecedented crisis as jury resigns over Russia-Israel participation. Portuguese artist Alexandre Estrela caught in controversy.

Iran threatens to block Strait of Ormuz for nations enforcing U.S. sanctions. Learn how this geopolitical crisis affects fuel costs, inflation, and living expenses for residents in Portugal.

Portugal faces strategic risk as 80% of EU digital tech is imported. UCL professor warns of threats to privacy, jobs, and democracy. Learn what's at stake for residents.

Portugal's largest unions strike June 3 against labor reforms. Learn how transport, schools, and services will be affected and what to expect.