Hispanic Day: The kings preside today over the National Day parade
King Felipe and Queen Letizia, accompanied by Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, presided over the traditional military parade in Madrid. The parade featured nearly 4,400 military personnel, 144 vehicles, 39 motorcycles, 50 aircraft, and 32 helicopters. The event was attended by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Defence Minister Margarita Robles, and other government officials and regional leaders.
The royal family will later host a reception at the Royal Palace for high-ranking authorities and representatives from various sectors. King Felipe VI will visit Ceuta tomorrow, accompanied by ministers Ángel Víctor Torres and Elma Saiz, amid tensions with Morocco.
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