Artur Mas
Catalonia Has Just Launched Its Official Secession Process From Spain
The regional government of Spain's richest region today voted in favor of a resolution to split from the country, but Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said he would ensure that the move has "no consequences.”
Catalan Secessionists Poised for Victory — But Independence From Spain Not Guaranteed
Separatists are expected to win control of Catalonia’s parliament, but fall short of the majority needed for a unilateral declaration of independence from Spain.
'There's No Going Back': Why Spain and Catalonia Are on Immediate Collision Course Over Independence
This month's election in the Spanish region of Catalonia will function as a mongrel referendum on independence. The opening shots have just been fired and over 1 million people are gathering in Barcelona.
Catalonia Vows to Move Forward After Resounding Vote for Split From Spain
Eighty percent of more than two million people who cast their ballots backed full sovereignty for Catalonia — but the vote was non-binding. Now its government wants a real one.
Catalonia Hails Scottish Inspiration as It Schedules Independence Referendum
Catalonian leader Artur Mas will defy the Spanish government over his region's non-binding independence vote, despite a looming constitutional battle.
This Year's National Day of Catalonia Was a Big Independence Blowout
Last year, more than a million people turned out to celebrate their country and demonstrate for independence. This year's festival was predicted to be even bigger, as it’s not only the 300th anniversary of the fall of Barcelona, but also comes just...