For the first time in over a decade, the regional government in Catalonia may be led by a party opposed to independence.
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Spain’s Election Puts Focus on Leading Parties’ Allies
Before voting Sunday, a focus on the leading parties’ allies has dominated the campaign — and obscured debate about more fundamental issues.
Spain Bars Catalan Leader From Public Office for 18 Months
A Barcelona court ruled that Quim Torra, the president of the Catalonia region, cannot hold office, after he refused to remove yellow ribbons that signal support of jailed separatist leaders.
Trial of Catalan Independence Leaders Ends in Spain
The Spanish Supreme Court on Wednesday closed the trial of 12 leaders of the Catalan independence movement accused of staging a rebellion during their botched 2017 secession attempt.
Spain’s Socialists See Gains in Three Elections
The Spanish Socialists’s strong showing strengthened the hand of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as he seeks to form a new government.
Socialists Strengthen Hold in Spain Election
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez claimed victory for his Socialist Party. But he will still need to form a coalition to govern.