Spain's former King Juan Carlos has spoken openly for the first time about a family tragedy kept secret for many years. He admitted that in his youth, he accidentally shot and killed his brother in the forehead.
The editorial office reports that the incident occurred in 1956 at the family's residence in Estoril (Portugal). Juan Carlos, at the time, shot his brother Don Alfonso due to careless handling of a hunting rifle. For years, silence was maintained on this topic, and the royal family refrained from disclosing the information to the public.
The confession has sparked widespread discussions in Spain. Many historians believe that this incident left a deep psychological mark on Juan Carlos's political decisions and personal conduct in later years. However, the royal family avoids providing further comment on the matter.