Spain’s Parliament has given final approval to a controversial amnesty law for Catalan separatists involved in the 2017 secession bid. The legislation, supported by Spain’s left-wing coalition government, two Catalan separatist parties, and other smaller parties, passed by a vote of 177-172 in the lower house. The amnesty could benefit former Catalan regional president Carles Puigdemont and others involved in the failed breakaway attempt.
However, the legal implications of the amnesty remain unclear. The law is expected to face legal challenges and will be reviewed by higher courts. Some experts question its constitutionality, suggesting it may create inequality among Spanish citizens. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez sees the amnesty as crucial in reducing tensions in Catalonia.
