Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
National News · PoliticsAna's case exposes delays in Portugal's domestic violence protection. Learn how residents can report abuse, access emergency support, and understand their rights.
National News · PoliticsCourt convicts repeat offender for family-run drug trafficking in Campo Maior. Wife and daughter receive suspended sentences. What residents should know.
National News · PoliticsLisbon PSP drug bust in Alta: 3 suspects in preventive detention, 7 others with supervision measures. Shotguns, cocaine, heroin seized in crackdown.
Politics · Other NewsParis police arrest 17-year-old recruited via Snapchat to bomb Bank of America branch. Teen paid €600 in growing trend of social media terror recruitment.
National News · PoliticsSeven suspects arrested across Minho, Porto, and Lisbon in major drug network takedown. Discover how this coordinated operation impacts regional security and what comes next.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's government ignores 29 LGBTI+ groups for 3 months as bills threaten to reverse trans rights—first rollback since 1974 revolution.
Economy · PoliticsPortugal's 0.7% budget surplus divides politicians. Government celebrates, opposition demands cost-of-living relief. What it means for residents.
Politics · National NewsPortugal's ERC rejected a Benfica-Bauer radio venture that would have converted four FM music stations to sports talk, citing editorial independence concerns.
Politics · National NewsGlobal nuclear arsenals expanding fastest since Cold War. How this affects Portugal's NATO defense spending, military infrastructure, and budget priorities.