Dick Nichols

The Spanish state versus Catalonia: a decisive battle has begun

People wave pro-independence flags as they gather outside the Parliamen

Portugal: 'Europe is very concerned' as new gov't likely short-lived

'If we've come so far, this can't go wrong' -- Interview with CUP deputy in Catalan parliament

Portuguese elections: surge in Left Bloc support puts Socialist Party on the spot

Catalonia: Half-won independence battle guarantees harsher war with Spanish state

Greece: SYRIZA's scores clear win amid high abstention, more austerity