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Carles Puigdemont on his treatment by Spain: 'This is abuse'

The ousted president of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont, claims Spain has disregarded democracy.

Carles Puigdemont on his treatment by Spain: 'This is abuse'

Sat, 11 Nov, 2017 - 08:50

The ousted president of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont, claims Spain has disregarded democracy.

He has been accused by Madrid of rebellion and misusing public funds after the parliament in Barcelona voted for independence.

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