Catalan president Salvador Illa meets King Felipe VI in historic Zarzuela visit
First meeting between a Catalan leader and the Spanish monarch in nine years, after a period of tension since the 2017 independence referendum
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First meeting between a Catalan leader and the Spanish monarch in nine years, after a period of tension since the 2017 independence referendum
Proposal to Congress from left-wing Sumar aimed to close rent cap loopholes
Deal reached from parties across the political spectrum after months of negotiations
Barcelona sees largest rally with 60,000 attendees, with protests in Tarragona, Lleida, Girona, and Tortosa
Judges will now begin discussions to determine whether or not the law is constitutional
Officials honor Rafael Casanova, Barcelona's chief councilor severely injured during Spain's succession war
Salvador Illa promises stronger public services and fairer wages in National Day speech
Judge Pablo Llarena reiterates stance that former president and ministers not entitled to amnesty law
The former housing activist led the local government from 2015-2023
Deal to support Socialist Illa’s presidential bid included greater fiscal autonomy for territory
Magistrates to decide on bill linked to all independence push figures
This September 11 will be the first National Day in over a decade with a pro-Spanish unity executive in charge
Diplomat will be replaced by former Brazil and Portugal Ambassador Alex Ellis
Mayor Jaume Collboni and president Salvador Illa, both Socialists, also agree on building more social housing
Salvador Illa says project is 'crucial' and assures 'maximum respect for environment'
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