What Conservative Spain Has in Common with Putin
Both are insecure.
Separatism
Sánchez Can No Longer Ignore Catalonia
A spying scandal shatters what little hope Catalan nationalists had of negotiating with Madrid.
Macron Promises Corsica Autonomy After Violent Protests
The offer is seen as political calculation by his opponents.
Catalan Support for Independence Down, Autonomy Up
The shift in public opinion suggests a way out of the decade-long dispute with Spain.
Catalans Bear Brunt of Spanish Judicial Activism
Spanish judges waste no opportunity to frustrate Catalan ambitions.
Catalan Budget Crisis Is Tied to Independence
Reasonable independence parties need the support of separatist hardliners.
Catalan-Spanish Talks Accomplish Little
The best news is that talks are happening at all.
Sánchez Walks Back Promises to Catalans
The socialist could disappoint moderate Catalan nationalists, whose support he needs in Congress.
What Sánchez Should Do Next for Catalonia
End the prosecution of Catalan nationalists. Give the region more autonomy.
Pardons Are the Least Sánchez Can Do for Catalans
Spain should negotiate with Catalan separatists, not put them in prison.
Separatist Parties Agree to Form New Government in Catalonia
Talks with Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez would be given two years.
The Arguments For and Against Scottish Independence
Scotland has a strong economy, but it relies on England for its defense and trade.
Waiting for a Deal in Catalonia
Separatist parties have yet to form a new government.
Scotland Is a Country!
Or: how I learned to trigger Scottish nationalists.
Catalan Separatist Parties Go Separate Ways
One seeks confrontation with Madrid, the other dialogue with the government.