Former King Juan Carlos I has left Spain to ease pressure on its monarchy, but calls for reform are building as investigations into his financial history continue
BARCELONA—Retired King Juan Carlos I was once widely respected in Spain as the man who helped steer the country from dictatorship to democracy. His decision to leave the country during a clutch of financial-corruption investigations is now seen here as a desperate move to save the reputation of Spain’s monarchy.
In a letter to his son, reigning King Felipe VI, Juan Carlos said late Monday that his decision to live abroad “at this present time” is aimed at reducing distractions from Felipe’s role as head of state. The letter...
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