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Podemos MEP Irene Montero Reports Death Threats as Interior Reviews Protection Request

Spain's Interior Ministry says it is assessing her request for protection following a police complaint.

Overview

  • Irene Montero filed a complaint with the National Police after receiving death threats in recent days.
  • The threats referenced her home address, where her minor children and her partner, Pablo Iglesias, live.
  • Podemos says the messages came from a neo-Nazi group labeled a terrorist organization by U.S. authorities, though the party has not named the group publicly.
  • The Interior Ministry confirms it has received Montero's request and is conducting a risk assessment.
  • Speaking at Madrid's March 8 demonstration, Montero condemned political violence and affirmed she will not leave public life.