Overview

• Socialist Party, led by Salvador Illa, wins 42 seats but falls short of a majority, necessitating coalition negotiations.
• Catalan separatist parties suffer significant losses, with their combined seat count dropping below the majority threshold.
• Former regional president Carles Puigdemont, from exile, remains defiant but faces diminished support for a separatist government.
• Potential alliances include a left-leaning coalition or unexpected partnerships, reflecting the fragmented political landscape.
• The election results are seen as a rejection of unilateral secession efforts, influenced by broader Spanish political strategies.