Spain is facing significant political challenges as the government struggles to secure enough votes for its crucial general budget law. Former Catalan President Carles Puigdemont, who fled Spain following a controversial independence referendum in 2017, remains a pivotal figure in the ongoing negotiations.
Puigdemont's return to Spain is contingent on the successful implementation of an amnesty law, which he negotiated with current Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. This law is seen as a critical factor in garnering Puigdemont's support for Sánchez's recent reelection efforts.