Spain's Rajoy Seeks Clarity From Catalan Government

Mariano Rajoy demands clarification from the Catalan government on whether they declared independence from Spain. The Catalan President's actions were ambiguous, leading to confusion. Rajoy considers invoking Article 155 if a formal declaration is confirmed. Political leaders in Spain criticize Catalonia's actions as irresponsible, forming a unified stance against the region's independence move.

What was Mariano Rajoy's main request from the Catalan government?

• To negotiate a new constitution

• To clarify if they declared independence

• To dissolve the Catalan Parliament

• To hold a new referendum

How long did Catalonia remain a republic according to the transcript?

• 10 days

• 10 seconds

• 10 hours

• 10 minutes

What could trigger Article 155 according to Rajoy?

• A public protest in Barcelona

• A new election in Catalonia

• A formal note from the Catalan Government declaring a Republic

• A vote of no confidence in Madrid

What was the reaction of the opposition and the Liberal Party to the events in Catalonia?

• They called for immediate independence

• They supported Catalonia's actions

• They found the actions irresponsible and unacceptable

• They remained neutral

What is the main issue causing confusion between Madrid and Barcelona?

• The role of the European Union

• The economic impact of independence

• The leadership of the Catalan government

• The unclear status of Catalonia's independence declaration