Tracking politics for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Politics · National NewsCoimbra's mayor publicly attacks Lusa journalist, sparking cross-party condemnation. How this press freedom incident affects local government accountability.
National News · PoliticsChurch abuse complaints continue in Portugal as VITA awards €1.61M to 57 survivors—but critics say compensation was slashed by over 50%.
Politics · National News57 Catholic Church abuse survivors approved for compensation face Portuguese income tax taking up to 50% of payouts. Portugal debates tax exemption.
Politics · EconomyFrance's military concerns trigger €800B EU defense plan. How Portugal's defense budget and NATO obligations are changing in 2025.
National News · PoliticsPortuguese fugitive arrested in Brazil exposes how organized crime uses Portugal's ports for cocaine distribution across Europe.
Politics · National NewsTiago Antunes faces Parliament's April 16 vote for Ombudsman. His prior government service sparks independence debate amid 10-month vacancy.
Politics · National NewsParliament votes April 16 on Portugal's Ombudsman after 10-month vacancy. Learn what this means for your complaints and citizen oversight access.
National News · PoliticsBraga archdiocese closes priest abuse case citing statute of limitations. Learn how canonical prescription rules work in Portugal and what recourse survivors have.
Politics · National NewsPortuguese frigate NRP D. Francisco de Almeida joins NATO Baltic patrol to monitor Russian activity. Mission runs through October with 165 Portuguese sailors.