Formal accusations have been filed in the 'Caso das Gémeas', implicating Nuno Rebelo de Sousa, son of former President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Lacerda Sales, and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital. President António José Seguro stated that 'nobody is above the law' concerning these accusations. The Public Ministry has also closed its investigation into the nationality attribution aspect of the case.

Diário de Notícias: Son of Marcelo, Lacerda Sales, mother of the girls and clinical director of…

In the 'Caso das Gémeas', the President's son, Lacerda Sales, the mother of the twins, and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital have been formally accused.

Observador: President's Son Accused: 'Nobody is Above the Law'

President António José Seguro addresses the accusation against Nuno Rebelo de Sousa, stating that 'nobody is above the law' and that he has not spoken to Nuno Rebelo de Sousa in three years. This is in relation to the 'Casas das Gémeas' case.

Diário de Notícias: Accusation without foundation, says defense of Nuno Rebelo de Sousa. Marcelo…

The defense for Nuno Rebelo de Sousa (son of the former President) states the accusation in the 'Caso das Gémeas' is unfounded, while President António José Seguro affirms that 'no one is above the law'.

Observador: PS Defends Sales, President Distances Son, Ventura Gains Momentum

The Socialist Party defends Sales, President António José Seguro distances himself from Nuno Rebelo de Sousa amidst accusations, and André Ventura gains political traction, highlighting the impact of the 'Casas das Gémeas' case.

Diário de Notícias: 'Gémeas' case. Public Ministry drops suspicions over nationality attribution

The Public Ministry has closed the investigation into suspicions surrounding the attribution of nationality in the 'Caso das Gémeas'.

Diário de Notícias: Marcelo and the conclusions of the CPI of the 'Gémeas' case: 'The President of…

Former President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa stated that he accepts the decision made by the Assembly regarding the conclusions of the Parliamentary Inquiry Committee for the 'Caso das Gémeas'.

Público: Mother of twins 'wanted to take advantage of all Portuguese state subsidies'

The mother of the twins is accused of trying to exploit all available subsidies from the Portuguese state. The investigation also involves claims that Lacerda Sales and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital 'abused their positions'.

Diário de Notícias: Chega declares victory with delay on the report of the CPI of the 'Gémeas' case

The Chega party claims a victory regarding the delay in the parliamentary inquiry committee's report on the 'Caso das Gémeas' (Twins Case).

Diário de Notícias: 'Gémeas' case: Ventura praises Public Ministry to criticize 'shameful state of…

André Ventura, leader of the Chega party, commends the Public Ministry's actions in the 'Caso das Gémeas' while criticizing the current state of the Portuguese Parliament.

Diário de Notícias: Lacerda Sales on the CPI into the 'Gémeas' case: 'I reject any personal or…

Lacerda Sales, implicated in the 'Caso das Gémeas', has rejected any claims of personal or political interference in the matter.

Público: Lacerda Sales and Santa Maria director 'abused their functions'

Allegations suggest that Lacerda Sales and the clinical director of Santa Maria hospital misused their authority in a related case.

Público: 'Can the father help?' MP confirms Nuno Rebelo de Sousa's role in twins case

The Public Ministry has confirmed the involvement of Nuno Rebelo de Sousa in the case concerning the twins.

The Public Prosecutor's Office (PGR) is strengthening its approach to domestic violence with a new directive for 2026-2028. This initiative emphasizes swifter action and mandates the implementation of electronic surveillance within 24 hours of a request.

Diário de Notícias: PGR reinforces response to domestic violence and requests electronic…

The Public Prosecutor's Office (PGR) is strengthening its response to domestic violence, with a new directive for 2026-2028 urging swifter action and the implementation of electronic surveillance within 24 hours.

In 2025, Portugal recorded 18,239 voluntary abortions, with over 44% performed on foreign women. The Directorate-General of Health has issued a warning about territorial inequalities in access to services and called for more inclusive and linguistically diverse healthcare.

Público: Abortion rates stable in 2025, with over 44% by foreign women

In 2025, there were 18,239 voluntary abortions in Portugal. The Directorate-General of Health warns of territorial inequalities and calls for accessible, inclusive services that cater to linguistic diversity.

The government is re-engaging in negotiations with the Public Security Police (PSP) and the National Republican Guard (GNR) as both security forces continue their protests, putting pressure on the government to address their concerns.

Diário de Notícias: Government returns to negotiations with PSP and GNR under pressure from protests

The Portuguese government is resuming talks with the PSP (Public Security Police) and GNR (National Republican Guard) amid pressure from ongoing protests by these security forces.

The government anticipates a budget surplus of between 0.1% and 0.2% for 2027, indicating minimal room for new public support measures. However, opposition parties are criticizing the government for a perceived lack of sensitivity in its budget proposals.

Observador: Government Foresees Budget Surplus, Minimal Room for Measures

The Portuguese government anticipates a surplus between 0.1% and 0.2% for 2027, with little room for additional public support measures, according to PS and Chega parties.

Diário de Notícias: Opposition accuses Government of lack of sensitivity in the Budget

Portugal's opposition parties are criticizing the government, accusing it of lacking sensitivity in its proposed budget.

Following a 'hot summer' of intense scrutiny, ongoing inquiries continue to place Fernando Alexandre, Minister of Education, Science and Innovation, and Luís Neves, Minister of Home Affairs, under pressure.

Público: After 'hot summer', inquiries keep Fernando Alexandre and Luís Neves under fire

Following a period of intense scrutiny, ongoing investigations continue to place Fernando Alexandre and Luís Neves under pressure.