Oriol Junqueras and ERC: The Impact of Ineligibility on Strategy for 2028

The political futures of Oriol Junqueras are currently defined by shifting legal frameworks and internal party strategies, as the figure navigates the implications of Spain’s judicial disqualification. While Junqueras faces a specific electoral disqualification that currently bars him from public office until 2031, leaving the Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC) leadership structure in a state … Read more

EU Court Ruling: The Key Date for the Amnesty of 1-O Leaders

The application of Spain’s amnesty law for leaders involved in the 2017 Catalan independence referendum remains in a state of procedural flux, with the Supreme Court serving as the ultimate arbiter despite upcoming guidance from the European Court of Justice (TJUE). The TJUE Ruling and the European Context On July 16, the Court of Justice … Read more

The Future of Catalan Independence Parties: Rufián, Puigdemont, and the Next Spanish Elections

Spanish political dynamics are currently centered on the potential for new general elections and the legal status of Carles Puigdemont, as the government of Pedro Sánchez navigates a complex amnesty law process. The possibility of early elections depends on the stability of the current parliamentary coalition and the successful implementation of amnesty measures intended to … Read more

Aliança Catalana: How the Far-Right Surge is Threatening Junts in Catalonia

Strategic Power Play: The Political Battle for Ripoll and the Rise of Aliança Catalana In the high-stakes arena of Catalan politics, a strategic shift is unfolding in the municipality of Ripoll that has sent ripples through the regional establishment. What began as a localized conflict over municipal services has evolved into a broader struggle for … Read more

Perpinyà: The Catalan City Backing Far-Right Politics & Shifting Alliances

Perpignan, France – A political realignment in the French city of Perpignan is drawing attention, as former mayor Jean-Marc Pujol, who once welcomed exiled Catalan President Carles Puigdemont with honors, has publicly announced his support for far-right incumbent Louis Aliot in the upcoming municipal elections. This move marks a significant shift for Pujol, a conservative … Read more

Puigdemont: The Hidden Roots of Catalan Independence

BarcelonaPuigdemont’s movement in the TC has not only puzzled members of the high court, but also several leaders of Together, who have not seen the virtue of delaying the decision on the appeal of the amnesty. In the midst of bewilderment, however, there are sources that give two possible explanations. Inscriu-you political Newsletter A look … Read more

Puigdemont’s Team: Latest Convergent Joins as Content Writer

BarcelonaAlbert Piñeira, a seasoned political figure from puigcerdà, has been appointed as the new CEO of the House of the Generalitat in Perpignan. This move, succeeding Christopher Person, signals a strategic play by President Salvador Illa, reminiscent of a coach adding a key free agent to bolster their roster. Piñeira’s arrival follows similar acquisitions of … Read more

Supreme Court Ends Russian Plot Investigation: No Action on Puigdemont

Supreme Court Rejects Probe into Alleged Russian Interference in Catalan Politics The Spanish Supreme Court has declined to investigate Carles Puigdemont, the former president of Catalonia, regarding alleged Russian involvement in the region’s push for independence. This decision effectively halts Judge Aguirre’s attempt to involve the highest court in the matter, following the Barcelona High … Read more

Puigdemont and Junqueras Pressure Sánchez to Shift Focus from Budgets to Political Strategy

Spain’s Budgetary Crossroads: A Political Chess Game A Ancient Context In the ‍heart of Madrid,the ⁣political landscape is once again at a pivotal juncture. The last time the Congress of Deputies rejected a state budget ⁢project was on February 13, 2019. This rejection, fueled by votes against parties like PDeCAT and ERC, ⁤led Pedro Sánchez … Read more