Defying Madrid, Catalonia Votes on Statehood
Spain’s richest region votes in a “consultation,” defying a constitutional court ban.
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Spain Strikes Down Election, Leaves Catalonia Little Choice
Spain leaves separatists in Catalonia with little choice but to declare independence outright.
Catalonia Drops Independence Referendum, to Call Elections
Separatists in Catalonia call off plans for an independence referendum. But not really.
Madrid’s Intransigence to Blame for Catalan Separatism
Spain’s refusal to give the Catalans a say in their future has galvanized the independence movement.
Undeterred by Scottish “No”, Catalonia Demands Referendum
Regional president Artur Mas wants to consult Catalan voters on independence.
Nationalist Backlash Against Basque, Catalan Separatism
Spanish nationalists, worried that their country might disintegrate, start a new political party.
Britain Threatens Legal Action as Warship Sails for Gibraltar
Spain is accused of raising tension with Britain to divert attention away from its own problems.
Hollande, Rajoy Claim French, Spanish Economies Recovering
Leaders insist things are looking up, but neither the French nor the Spanish economy is ready to recover.
European Commission Recommends More of the Same
Countries are given longer to reduce their deficits but must press on with economic reforms.
Catalan Separatists Unite, Promise Referendum in 2014
Left- and right-wing parties join forces to force a referendum on secession.
Catalonia Votes for Independence from Spain
A majority of Catalans back parties that want to break away from Spain.
British-Spanish Relations Sour After Gibraltar Incursion
Tensions mount after the Spanish navy tried to seize a civilian Gibraltan vessel.
Secessionist Movements Threaten EU Foundation
Interregional solidarity, one of the pillars of European integration, is under pressure.
What Austerity? France, Spain Don’t Cut But Tax
The two European countries are raising taxes without reducing government spending.
Spain Plans More Austerity, But Regions Rebel
Madrid is struggling to balance spending as its provinces grow restless.