The intervention from London angered Scottish politicians, but it’s not clear that backers of independence can use the issue to their advantage.
Tag: Secession and Independence Movements
Conservatives in Western Canada Pass Law Rejecting Federal Sovereignty
A new law in the province of Alberta radically circumscribes federal authority, advancing the agenda of the province’s far-right secessionist movement.
UK Supreme Court Bars Scotland From Unilateral Independence Referendum
In a setback to Scottish nationalists, the judges ruled that a second referendum on breaking away from London needed the consent of the British Parliament.
Turkey Bombs Kurdish Foes in Iraq and Syria, Likely Killing Dozens
Turkish officials said the airstrikes were a counterterrorism operation against militants it accused of carrying out a bomb attack in Istanbul.
In Quebec, the Independence Movement Gives Way to a New Nationalism
In Monday’s election, residents of a town that was once a stronghold of the independence movement are expected to back the province’s popular premier, who has embraced a nationalism based on French Québécois identity.
Your Tuesday Briefing: Ukraine’s Advance Continues
Plus former British colonies weigh their relationship with the monarchy and Lebanon faces blackouts.
Queen’s Ties to Scotland Add New Wrinkle to Push for Independence
Political analysts said that respect for the queen and her devotion to Scotland could strengthen a union that has been under acute strain for more than a decade.
For Former Rebel in West Africa, Her Allegiance Still Lies With Russia
The Kremlin armed a generation of freedom fighters in Africa, like Joana Gomes, who helped Guinea-Bissau win liberation. So her decision to take Moscow’s side in its war with Ukraine was never in doubt.
Serbia’s Leader Rejects ‘Little Putin’ Label Amid Fears of Russian Meddling
President Aleksandar Vucic’s ties to Moscow raise awkward questions as the Kremlin appears to be stirring unrest in the Balkans to deflect attention from the war in Ukraine.
Scotland’s Leader Calls for Independence Vote, Challenging Judges to Stop It
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced a plan for a referendum on Scottish independence next year, but will have to overcome judges in London and opposition from Boris Johnson.