At the start of the week, Spain’s political scene came under the spotlight amid a possible rift between Junts and the Socialists. Despite skepticism within the Partido Popular (PP) about how real the Catalan ultimatum is, the opposition isn’t missing a chance to ramp up pressure on the government. In Madrid, PP representatives are calling for decisive action, emphasizing that patience with the current administration is running thin.
In the coming days, a series of events could shift the balance of power. The Junts leadership will gather in Perpignan to decide on their next moves with the Socialists. The Catalan party is voicing frustration over unmet agreements, particularly regarding the official status of the Catalan language in Europe, expanded autonomy, and the transfer of migration powers. Junts is also demanding tougher laws against illegal squatters and repeat offenders, and continues to push for the amnesty law—which so far hasn’t brought the expected results for Carles Puigdemont.
Meanwhile, the agenda includes the Supreme Court questioning of a former PSOE manager and a Senate commission hearing featuring the Prime Minister regarding the Koldo affair. These developments may pose an additional test for Pedro Sánchez, who will face tough questions about transparency and integrity in his administration.
At the same time, the PP is openly prepared to take advantage of the situation. Despite previous attempts to limit the influence of Junts, the party is now considering joining forces for a vote of no confidence. However, this scenario is complicated by the need for support from Vox, whose stance toward the Catalan nationalists remains extremely tough. There is also division within the PP itself: regional leaders, especially in Catalonia, oppose any agreements with Junts, fearing a loss of trust among their voters.
Against the backdrop of political battles, commemorative events are taking place in the country to mark the anniversary of the devastating disaster in Valencia, where hundreds lost their lives a year ago. The government and opposition are responding differently to this date, highlighting the depth of divisions between the main political forces.
In the coming days, the whole country will be watching the decisions by Junts and the actions of the government. The outcome of these events could determine not only the future of the coalition but also the balance of power in Spanish politics for months to come.
