Latest: Catalans urged to peacefully protest as Spain takes direct control

Latest: Catalonia's separatist leader has called on Catalans to peacefully oppose Spain's takeover.

Sat, 28 Oct, 2017 - 09:41

Update 2.18pm: Catalonia's separatist leader has called on Catalans to peacefully oppose Spain's takeover.

Carles Puigdemont made the remarks in a staged appearance that appeared to convey he refuses to accept his firing, which was ordered by central authorities.

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