Spain says Israel’s detention of two activists is abduction.
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Workers, activists and trade unions around the world marked May Day with rallies on Friday.
Barcelona face Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday where a win will heap more pressure on Real Madrid at Espanyol on Sunday.
Ex-Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho linked with a return to Spanish giants to replace Alvaro Arbeloa.
Israel has provoked international condemnation for its interception of Gaza-bound aid boats in international waters.
Esteban Andrada banned for 13 matches and teammate Dani Tasende for two after pitch melee in La Liga 2.
Several European leaders have called for a discussion on using the bloc’s mutual assistance clause amid US tensions.
Arsenal scored one penalty, but VAR controversially denied them another in a 1-1 semifinal draw at Atletico Madrid.
Title holders Paris Saint-Germain squander a three-goal lead but hold on to beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in Paris.
Following an EU deal, Mauritanian authorities have rounded up and deported thousands of people to Mali and Senegal.
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