The Spanish government has publicly supported former President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero following controversial payments he received from a lobbyist connected to Plus Ultra. The government spokesperson defended Zapatero against what she called "unfounded accusations and excessive attacks."

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero reportedly designed a company for a benefactor just 25 days after the Sánchez-Iglesias pact to form a government, aiming to gain influence with the new executive.

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero has vehemently denied any involvement in the rescue of Plus Ultra, calling accusations of a 'tip-off' to Julio Martínez 'perverse and shameful.'

Former Spanish President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is scheduled to appear before the Senate, summoned by the Popular Party during an election campaign, to be questioned about the rescue of airline Plus Ultra.