Spanish Pensioner Sentenced to 18 Years for 2022 Letter Bomb Campaign

Pompeyo González Pascual targeted Spanish officials and embassies to halt support for Ukraine, court rules.

González Pascual, 76, sent six explosive parcels to various high-profile targets, including Spain's prime minister and embassies.
The court found him guilty of terrorism and manufacturing explosives, sentencing him to 18 years in prison.
The letter bombs aimed to pressure Spain and the US to cease their support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
A Ukrainian embassy staff member was slightly injured by one of the devices, while others were intercepted by security.
Evidence included DNA matches, online purchases of bomb materials, and searches related to explosive devices and geopolitical issues.