Rufián's Dire Warning: Spain's Government 'Surrounded,' Legislature's Fate Uncertain

Rufián's stark warning: Spain's government is 'surrounded,' and the legislature's future hangs in the balance. The leader of the Republican Left of Catalonia (ERC), Gabriel Rufián, delivered a scathing assessment of the current Spanish government, claiming it is 'surrounded' and facing a critical juncture. His remarks, captured on video, have sent ripples through the political landscape. Rufián's comments came amid growing tensions within the governing coalition. He highlighted the potential collapse of the legislature if Junts per Catalunya successfully portrays the People's Party (PP) as a superior alternative in Catalonia. 'The government is surrounded, it's big game hunting,' Rufián stated, emphasizing the precarious situation. He added, 'If Junts manages to sell the idea that the PP is better, the legislature is over.' The video also shows Rufián expressing skepticism about the progress of the Catalan language's official status in the EU. He downplayed the role of Minister Albares, suggesting his influence in Europe is 'very little.' Rufián's comments underscore the fragility of the current Spanish government and the ongoing challenges facing the coalition. The situation remains fluid, with the future of the legislature and the Catalan language's official status in the EU still uncertain.