Catalan police have stated that they have no information regarding the whereabouts of Carles Puigdemont, the wanted separatist leader who allegedly fled Spain and returned to Belgium after avoiding arrest in Barcelona. Despite speculation that Puigdemont may have returned to Belgium, the Catalan police chief has not ruled out the possibility that he could still be in Spain’s second-largest city.
This uncertainty surrounding Puigdemont’s location has raised questions about the ongoing political tension in Catalonia and the Spanish government’s efforts to apprehend the former regional president. The situation remains fluid as authorities continue to search for Puigdemont, who faces charges related to his role in organizing an independence referendum in 2017.
In light of these developments, FRANCE 24 correspondent Sarah Morris in Madrid is closely monitoring the situation and providing updates on the latest developments. With tensions running high in Catalonia and the political landscape in Spain evolving rapidly, the whereabouts of Carles Puigdemont remain a topic of intense speculation and concern.
As the search for Puigdemont continues, it is clear that the political upheaval in Catalonia shows no signs of abating. The Catalan police’s statement underscores the complexity of the situation and the challenges facing those involved in the ongoing struggle for independence. Despite the uncertainty surrounding Puigdemont’s location, one thing is clear – the political turmoil in Catalonia is far from over.
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