Catalonia `could declare republic` at parliament debate
(WorldNews Africa)

Catalonia`s regional parliament looks set to put itself on a collision course with the Spanish government after the announcement that it will hold a debate this week on Spain`s plan to take direct control of the north-eastern region. Many fear the session could become a cover for a vote on declaring full independence. Catalan parliament speaker Carme Forcadell delivered a statement on Saturday. Photo: Reuters Catalan president...