SHOCK en la UE tras confirmarse la relación de PUIGDEMONT con RUSIA

Summary

The transcript discusses allegations of links between Catalan separatists and Russian intelligence services. It references Tatiana Ezhova, a Latvian MEP accused of spying for Russia, and her support for Catalan independence. The discussion touches on Russia's interests in undermining European stability and the euro currency. There are calls for investigations into whether Catalan leaders like Carles Puigdemont committed treason by colluding with Russia. Concerns are raised around potential Russian interference in the 2017 Catalan referendum and aftermath. The speakers emphasize the gravity of Russian threats and urge support for Spanish judges investigating Catalan separatism's ties to the Kremlin.

Takeaways

• 😡 Pemón and others allegedly had contacts with Russian intelligence services regarding events in Ukraine
• 😠 A European Parliament deputy is accused of being a Russian spy for 20 years
• 😠 Pemón and others allegedly discussed Russia providing soldiers and financial aid for Catalan independence
• 😕 Russia allegedly wanted to make Barcelona a cryptocurrency capital to undermine the euro
• 😠 The judge investigating the case has been accused of bias by socialists and the government
• 😨 Russian intelligence services have allegedly taken violent actions against critics
• 😞 Politicians have tended to trivialize the seriousness of Russian interference
• 😡 The case involves high treason against European stability, not just Spain
• 👍 The judges deserve support for doing their jobs and upholding democracy
• 🙏 The case could help expose links between Catalan separatists and the Kremlin's interference strategy

Q & A

What impression does Jordi have about the Volo case?

Jordi thinks there is growing evidence of contacts between Puigdemont's circle and Russian intelligence services and Putin's strategy to weaken Europe. The latest information about them being informed of possible future events in Ukraine coincides with information linking a Latvian MEP to being a 20-year Russian spy.

What has Ciudadanos requested regarding the Latvian MEP?

Ciudadanos has requested an extraordinary plenary next week in Strasbourg to debate and get information about the links between the Latvian MEP Tatiana Ez and Russian intelligence, given how serious it is that she supported Catalan independence while possibly being a Soviet agent.

Why did Russia offer help to Catalan separatists?

Russia offered 10,000 elite troops and $500 million in aid to defend a Catalan republic, in exchange for Barcelona becoming a cryptocurrency capital for undermining the euro and conspiring against Europe.

How does Jordi view judge Joaquín Aguirre?

Jordi knows judge Joaquín Aguirre from a past case and views him as brave and resilient despite abnormal pressure. He endured attacks while investigating the case properly.

Why can this case not be amnestied?

The alleged actions of seeking foreign interference to impact Spain's constitutional order constitute high treason. High treason cannot be amnestied in any EU member state.

How is this case relevant to Europe's security?

This case exposes Putin's broader strategy to destabilize Europe. Given Russia's recent invasions and threats, Europe must understand links between Catalan separatism and the Kremlin as it impacts European security.

What violent actions are Russian intelligence known for?

Russian intelligence services have a history of violent actions including shooting down planes and assassinating people. This context makes the alleged links very serious.

What support does Jordi think the judges deserve?

The judges deserve full support for trying to find the truth and do their jobs properly. They are upholding equality before the law instead of immunity and silence for certain figures.

What outcome does Jordi hope for?

Jordi hopes the judges' work will demonstrate possible crimes that would keep Puigdemont and others outside the scope of the proposed amnesty law.

What do the Spanish and European democracies need?

The Spanish and European democracies need these judges to be capable of relating Catalan politicians to Putin's direct interference strategy, which many have warned about for years.