Núcleo Nacional

RTVE published footage and case-file reporting of group members allegedly undertaking firearms training in Ukraine. Investigators cited in the reporting believed that the training might be used for violent action in Spain. These remain allegations, not a final criminal finding.

State of the evidence

Footage and the investigators’ interpretation were reported by RTVE.

Legal status — source text

The case remains under investigation, without a final verdict for this episode.

Attribution

Alleged paramilitary preparation by members.

On 6 November 2026 Spanish police arrested 14 people in seven provinces and searched premises linked to Núcleo Nacional, in an investigation covering hate crimes, illegal association and possession of prohibited weapons. On 12 November a judge in Gijón provisionally ordered the group to cease its activities, close its premises in Madrid, Burgos and Valladolid and freeze its accounts. These interim measures are not a finding of guilt.

State of the evidence

Police operation and court order reported by RTVE, EFE and Europa Press; guilt not determined.

Legal status — source text

Criminal investigation ongoing; activities provisionally suspended on 12 November 2026; no conviction.

Attribution

Hate crimes, illegal association and possession of prohibited weapons, according to investigators.

The group circulated a video calling other organisations to mobilise against what it described as an immigrant “invasion.” Spanish reporting says the Civil Guard forwarded a report to hate-crime prosecutors. The outcome of this specific investigation was unclear as of 14 November 2026.

State of the evidence

The video and referral were reported; criminal responsibility has not been established.

Legal status — source text

The outcome of the complaint concerning this video remains unverified.

Attribution

Possible incitement to hatred through anti-immigration messages.