5-Apr-18 TV News: 'German court releases Puigdemont on bail rejecting rebellion charge'

The deposed Catalan president is to walk free again. A German court decided today to let Puigdemont walk free while a final decision on his extradition is made. In a major blow to Spain, the Schlewsig-Holstein court rejected the charges of rebellion due to lack of violence. The extradition process might go on—but solely on the grounds of misuse of public funds. A charge for which the German judge is also asking more information to Spain. Also today, Puigdemont was allowed to vote in the Catalan parliament... by proxy. It’s the first time that he has been able to exercise his rights as MP since he was elected in last December’s election. We’ll also bring you the latest on the negotiations to elect a new president, the political clash in parliament and the extradition process for other pro-independence leaders. / ACN

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First published: April 5, 2018 08:53 PM