Overview
- The Audiencia Nacional prosecutor closed the file on January 23, finding Spanish courts lack territorial jurisdiction over accusations tied to the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.
- Authorities noted that neither the accusers nor Iglesias reside in Spain and that there is no indication the Dominican or Bahamian authorities have relinquished jurisdiction.
- Women’s Link World filed the complaint on January 3 following a three-year investigation by elDiario.es in collaboration with Univision.
- The archiving does not preclude further action, as the NGO can submit a direct complaint to investigating judges or pursue proceedings in the countries where the acts are alleged.
- Iglesias has repeatedly denied the accusations, recently sharing purported WhatsApp messages with the women and claiming they undermine the allegations.