The recent audit conducted by the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility in Spain has unveiled serious administrative irregularities related to a multimillion-dollar mask procurement during the pandemic. This audit has led to the dismissal of two senior officials, including the Undersecretary of State and the Chief of Staff of Adif, amidst an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption involving the awarding of mask contracts. The audit revealed that the quick increase in mask orders from four to eight million did not adhere to proper procurement procedures, raising concerns about the integrity of the contracting process.
In a separate legal matter, two French rugby players, Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jegou, are facing serious charges of aggravated gang rape in Mendoza, Argentina. Their legal team is preparing to file a request for dismissal, seeking to expedite their return to France. The case has garnered significant media attention, highlighting the complexities of legal proceedings in Argentina and the implications for the players' careers. The complainant alleges severe violence, while the accused maintain that the encounter was consensual. Following a period of preventive detention, the players were recently released but remain under legal scrutiny as the investigation continues.
