Spain is deploying 10,000 additional troops and police officers to the Valencia region, which has been devastated by historic floods that have claimed over 200 lives. This marks the largest peacetime military deployment in the country’s history. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has faced criticism for the speed of the government’s response, while King Charles has expressed his condolences to Spain’s King Felipe. Rescue efforts continue, but hopes of finding more survivors are fading. The disaster has exposed potential negligence in early warning systems and disaster preparedness.
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