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Mixed reactions in Barcelona to Puigdemont's call for opposition to Madrid

Sacked Catalan president Carles Puigdemont is defiant.
Carles Puigdemont doesn't recognise his dismissal as Catalan President by Madrid. Source: AAP

Tensions in Spain are continuing to rise, as the sacked Catalan leader calls for 'democratic opposition' to the central government. After a contentious referendum led to last week's Catalonian declaration of independence, Madrid have dismissed the regional government and announced fresh elections.


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Tensions in Spain are continuing to rise, as the sacked Catalan leader calls for 'democratic opposition' to the central government. After a contentious referendum led to last week's Catalonian declaration of independence, Madrid have dismissed the regional government and announced fresh elections.



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