Spain's Blackout: Abascal Blasts Government, Demands Energy Sovereignty

Spain's Recent Blackout Sparks Political Debate: Abascal Criticizes Government Response On June 3rd, 2025, Spain experienced a major power outage, causing widespread disruption and raising concerns about the country's energy infrastructure. The event has become a focal point of political debate, with VOX leader Santiago Abascal criticizing the government's handling of the crisis. "¿Por qué hubo un apagón en España?" Abascal asks in his video, raising questions about the transparency of the government's explanation. He details his location during the outage, stating, "Pues estaba en mi oficina, estaba en la sede del partido y tenía la luz apagada, la verdad." This statement, while seemingly simple, directly counters any suggestion he was involved in the event. The video highlights the lack of clear information about the blackout's causes and duration, fueling public concern and distrust. Abascal's critique extends to the government's reported downplaying of the situation and the reported deaths resulting from the outage. The video concludes with Abascal advocating for energy sovereignty and a more diversified energy policy for Spain.