Spain, Portugal and parts of France hit by massive power outage

Spain and Portugal experienced a nationwide power outage on Monday, impacting millions. Reports indicate issues with the European electric grid caused the blackout around late morning. Major airports in both countries closed, and telecommunications were disrupted, leaving residents without mobile network access. Passengers in metro systems were stranded, and hospitals faced difficulties, with some surgeries canceled.

The Spanish government held an emergency session while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited the control center of the electric grid operator. The European Commission is in contact with national authorities to assess the situation. By afternoon, power restoration began in some areas, but disruptions may persist. The exact cause remains unclear, though a fire in France affecting a power line is a potential factor.