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Puigdemont Criticizes Catalan Far-Right, Highlights Junts' Negotiating Power

Carles Puigdemont reappeared in France on Sunday, criticizing Aliança Catalana's policies and highlighting Junts' concessions from the PSOE, including Mossos d'Esquadra issuing IDs to foreigners, which is currently stalled by Podemos' opposition; this comes as Aliança Catalana gains support in recen...

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Junts's Strategic Silence on Catalan Language Setback in EU

The European Union's recent refusal to grant Catalan official language status has been met with muted response from Junts, a key partner in Spain's ruling coalition, highlighting a strategic balancing act between supporting the central government and pressuring the Catalan Socialist party.

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Spanish Supreme Court Rejects Amnesty Request, Opens Path to Constitutional Court Appeal

The Spanish Supreme Court rejected Carles Puigdemont and Toni Comín's amnesty request for embezzlement, but this allows them to appeal to the Constitutional Court, which is expected to approve the amnesty law, excluding embezzlement, setting a legal precedent.

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EU Postpones Decision on Catalan, Basque, and Galician Official Status

The European Parliament delayed until June 24th a decision on granting official status to Catalan, Basque, and Galician in the EU, prompting a measured response from Junts per Catalunya who blamed the PP for the delay, while the Spanish government affirmed its commitment to the languages' official s...

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Mossos Officers Accused in Puigdemont Escape Case Challenge Witness List

Three Mossos d'Esquadra officers face charges for allegedly assisting Carles Puigdemont's escape on August 8th, 2023, prompting their defense to request the dismissal of several high-profile witnesses to prevent what they believe is politically motivated prosecution.

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BBVA-Sabadell Merger Approved: Catalan Concerns Amidst Loan Protections

The Spanish CNMC approved BBVA's takeover of Banco Sabadell with conditions, including enhanced loan protection for Catalan SMEs, prompting criticism from Junts per Catalunya leader Carles Puigdemont over council member Pere Soler's supporting vote.

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Spanish Constitutional Court Rejects Puigdemont's Urgent Request to Suspend Arrest Warrant

The Spanish Constitutional Court rejected Carles Puigdemont's urgent request to suspend his arrest warrant, deciding not to include it in this week's plenary session and stating it will likely be addressed in September. Puigdemont, who is facing charges of misuse of public funds, argues that the Sup...

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Secret Feijóo-Puigdemont Meeting Sparks Political Tensions in Spain

Newly elected PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo secretly met with Carles Puigdemont in Waterloo, Belgium, discussing Spain's future and defying internal party pressures; the secrecy highlights the sensitivity of the discussions.

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Spain Fails to Secure EU Recognition for Regional Languages

Spain's attempt to gain official EU recognition for Catalan, Galician, and Basque languages failed due to opposition from seven EU countries, despite high-level diplomatic efforts; this setback jeopardizes the Spanish government's stability.

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Spain's EU Lobbying for Regional Language Status Faces Backlash

The Spanish government is intensely lobbying the EU to grant official status to Catalan, Basque, and Galician, facing strong opposition from the PP and Vox who accuse it of blackmailing EU members, potentially using military aid to Ukraine as leverage to appease separatist demands.

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Spain to Vote on EU Official Status for Catalan, Galician, and Basque

The Spanish government will vote on May 27th on granting official status to Catalan, Galician, and Basque languages within the European Union, a move largely seen as a political gesture to appease Junts per Catalunya, a key political ally, although its success is unlikely due to the required unanimi...

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Junts Prioritizes Immigration Control Amidst Electoral Competition with Aliança Catalana

A new Catalan barometer shows significant voter overlap between Junts and Aliança Catalana, fueled by immigration concerns, prompting Junts to prioritize securing control of immigration policies from the Spanish government to counter Aliança's rise.

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