Catalan separatist leader Puigdemont set for Spain return after arrest warrant lifted

A Spanish judge has lifted an arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont, a former leader of the Catalan separatist movement. This move allows him to potentially return to Spain ahead of a general election in November. The lifting of the warrant is significant because it could ease tensions in the region of Catalonia, which has been a source of political instability in Spain. The amnesty law aimed at resolving the issue is set to be extended, potentially paving the way for a more stable political environment in the country.

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The lifting of the arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont could lead to increased stability in Catalonia. This stability may attract investors and boost the local economy.

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