Carles Puigdemont
New Spanish PM brings glimmer of hope for Catalan separatists
As Opposition leader, 46-year-old economist Sanchez was deeply critical of Catalonia’s secession bid last October.
Julian Assange ‘breaks promise’, Ecuador cuts off communication with world
The decision was taken because the Australian had broken a 2017 promise to not interfere in other countries’ affairs while in the mission.
Catalan independence crisis: Separatists win absolute majority
For Catalans on both sides of the divide the day had been a moment of truth.
Spain issues warrant for deposed Catalonia leader
Puigdemont calls for Catalan separatists to unite for December polls.
‘Peaceful democratic opposition’ to Madrid’s rule, says sacked Catalonia leader
The secessionists say a referendum on Oct 1 gave them a mandate for independence.
Fired Catalan leader urges resistance to Madrid rule
Defiant Puigdemont accuses Madrid of trampling on will of Catalans.
Spain’s Catalan dilemma
It may well be a test case in long running battles between European regionalism and federalism.
Spain shows unity on national day
Spain is in the midst of suffering from the worst political crisis in a generation
Catalan lessons for all diverse societies
Nearly 21 per cent of foreign investment goes to Catalonia, which draws workers from all over Spain.
Spaniards rally against Catalans
Spanish people continue to protest plans by Catalans to declare freedom.