Author: Sam Jones in Madrid
Global far-right leaders gathered in Madrid for a “great patriotic convention” organized by Spain’s Vox party to denounce socialism and “massive illegal migration” ahead of the upcoming European elections. Leaders from France, Hungary, Italy, Argentina, Israel, Portugal, Chile, and the US came together to galvanize conservatives and far-right populists against common enemies including the welfare state and “wokeness”. The event saw calls to action from figures like Viktor Orbán and Giorgia Meloni, who emphasized the importance of unity among Europe’s far-right parties. With speeches condemning socialism and promoting capitalism, the convention stirred controversy, particularly with Argentinian president Javier Milei’s remarks…
The Catalan Socialist party (PSC) is projected to win a narrow victory in the regional election, indicating the strength of the independence movement in Catalonia and the impact of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s conciliatory approach. Polls show PSC leading with 37-40 seats, followed by Junts with 33-36. No party is expected to secure an absolute majority, leading to negotiations. The election follows a history of political turmoil in Catalonia, sparked by a 2017 referendum on independence. Sánchez’s efforts at dialogue have reduced tensions, with recent polls showing declining support for independence. PSC’s leader Salvador Illa aims to move Catalonia past…