According to the statement released by El Mundo, the correction published on November 10, 2019, was in compliance with a court ruling and an agreement between the publisher and the plaintiff in the case, with the sole objective of preserving the identity and rights of the person involved. In this regard, the newspaper emphasized that it had preferred to remain silent "despite the harm suffered," in order not to violate the privacy of the affected individual.

The statement is categorical: "The journalist, although he could have acted in a manner more in line with good journalistic practice, has not fabricated any statement." Furthermore, the outlet stated that there is "audio evidence of the statements" that was submitted to the judicial process, thus dismantling the version that the report was based on false testimonies.

The text also confirms that El Mundo carried out an internal procedure of analysis and verification of the facts to clarify the circumstances and determine possible responsibilities. At the same time, the newspaper acknowledged possible errors in the preparation and dissemination of the original report, and expressed its "solidarity and respect" for the affected individual.

The statement from the newspaper El Mundo denying that Javier Negre fabricated an interview | La Derecha Diario

Excerpt from a journalistic text listing points three, four, and five of a statement, addressing the actions of a journalist, the existence of audio evidence, and the acknowledgment of mistakes by a media outlet called EL MUNDO.

Finally, the Spanish newspaper reaffirmed its commitment to "truthful information, quality journalism, and respect for its readers," in an attempt to close a case that had caused media controversy and attacks on Javier Negre's professional reputation.