Spanish prosecutors dropped abuse charges against Julio Iglesias due to lack of jurisdiction; victims may pursue cases in the Caribbean.

Spanish prosecutors have dropped a sexual abuse and human trafficking complaint against 82-year-old singer Julio Iglesias, citing a lack of jurisdiction because the alleged incidents occurred in the Dominican Republic and Bahamas, and the victims are not Spanish citizens. In 2021, two former employees, a domestic worker and a physiotherapist, filed claims of sexual harassment, forced labor, restricted movement, and excessive work hours. Advocacy groups support the victims' efforts to find justice elsewhere. Iglesias denies all allegations, claiming they are false and damaging to his reputation. The case will not be pursued in Spain, but the women can file complaints in Caribbean countries.