The removal of the dictator’s remains from a basilica near Madrid, weeks before a national election in Spain, was denounced by some for stirring painful memories.
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Spain Is Exhuming Franco After Long and Bitter Battle
The removal of the dictator’s remains from a basilica near Madrid, weeks before a national election, was denounced by some for stirring painful memories.
With Catalan Fury Inflamed Anew, What Comes Next for Spain?
Lengthy prison terms for nine separatists who led a secession attempt in 2017 have fueled protests across the region before national elections.
Catalan Separatist Leaders Get Lengthy Prison Terms for Sedition
Spain’s Supreme Court gave the former deputy leader of Catalonia, Oriol Junqueras, 13 years. A Spanish judge also issued a new European arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont.
Spain Heads to 4th Election in 4 Years After Failure to Form Government
Spain was plunged into political uncertainty after talks to form a government collapsed, forcing another national election in November.
Spain Will Send Ship to Italy to Rescue Stranded Migrants
The decision came as at least 15 migrants tried to swim to shore, and a charity warned of conditions on the vessel that were “out of control.”
Sánchez Loses Bid to Form a Government, Prolonging Deadlock in Spain
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has been unable to forge a multiparty alliance in the fragmented Parliament, and the country faces the prospect of fresh elections.
Sánchez Struggles to Assemble New Government in Spain
Three months after winning national elections, Spain’s Socialist leader faces a difficult task in forming a coalition. Failure will mean new elections.
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.
Gaining Strength in Spain, Sánchez Emerges as Beacon for Socialism in Europe
The prime minister has completed a remarkable comeback, consolidating a victory in national elections with a strong showing for the European Parliament.