Críticas a la gestión gubernamental
Esteban afirma que el Gobierno está desbordado y sugiere un posible chantaje de Marruecos
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A senior PNV politician has accused Spain's Socialist government of being overwhelmed and raised suspicions that Morocco may be blackmailing Madrid. Diario de Córdoba reports that Esteban, a key PNV figure, suggested the government lacks control over its foreign policy and domestic challenges.
The PNV leader also dismissed a gradual independence proposal from EH Bildu leader Arnaldo Otegi, calling it a closed chapter. According to El Periódico, Esteban said Otegi's 'right to decide' demand is past, settled, and already approved—suggesting no further negotiation is needed.
PNV Challenges Government's Grip on Power
Esteban's criticism cuts deep into Madrid's authority. The PNV politician argued the government appears 'overwhelmed' by multiple crises at once. Levante-EMV notes that this accusation comes as Spain faces tensions with Morocco over fisheries, migration, and regional disputes.
PNV, a kingmaker in Spain's fragile coalition, holds significant leverage over Sánchez's survival. By questioning the government's competence, Esteban signals the party may extract more concessions or distance itself from Madrid's policies.
Morocco Blackmail Claims Raise Regional Tensions
Esteban's suggestion that Morocco could be blackmailing Spain hints at deeper friction over North African relations. Información reports the PNV politician implied Madrid's foreign policy decisions may reflect pressure from Rabat rather than Spain's true interests.
Such accusations reflect growing Basque unease over Sánchez's handling of regional autonomy and security. If Morocco is leveraging Spain's internal vulnerabilities, it could undermine Madrid's authority in Catalonia, the Basque Country, and other autonomous regions.
Otegi's Independence Plan Already Off the Table
EH Bildu's Arnaldo Otegi has pushed for a 'gradual right to decide'—a softer version of full Catalan-style independence. El Correo Gallego reports Esteban dismissed this as already negotiated and resolved, framing it as dead political business.
By closing the door on Otegi's proposal, PNV signals it won't back new independence initiatives. This leaves EH Bildu isolated and strengthens PNV's position as the moderate Basque force Madrid can work with, giving the party more negotiating power in future budget talks.
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