Former Prime Minister Zapatero Indicted for Money Laundering in Plus Ultra Case

This morning, Miguel Tellado, the General Secretary of the Popular Party (PP), called for an urgent explanation from the Government regarding the indictment of former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero in connection with an alleged money laundering scheme related to the airline Plus Ultra. The airline received a significant financial bailout of 53 million euros from Pedro Sánchez's government in the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tellado characterized the indictment as extremely serious, emphasizing that this situation implicates not only the former Prime Minister but also one of Sánchez's chief advisors. Through a post on his social media account X, Tellado expressed his concerns and intentions by stating that the government must provide answers immediately. He voiced apprehension about the integrity of the current administration, suggesting that the structure is crumbling and that the main figures involved are starting to face accountability. The National Court has opened an investigation into Zapatero as part of a broader inquiry assessing whether the significant financial support allocated to Plus Ultra was tied to illicit money laundering activities. As the political landscape shifts in response to these developments, the pressure mounts on the government to clarify its actions and intentions surrounding the controversial rescue of the airline. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2