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The news on Observador's front page primarily focuses on domestic Portuguese legal and political matters, particularly the 'twin case' and its implications for the former President. International news includes a report on European Commission directives and geopolitical tensions involving Russia…

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Twin Case: Reasons MP Did Not Investigate Marcelo ↗

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The Public Prosecutor's Office (MP) blocked an attempt by Judge Gabriela Assunção to expand the 'twin case' inquiry to the former President, citing a lack of criminal indications and their own lack of standing to act. The Supreme Court of Justice (STJ) ruled in favor of the MP.

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