Far-right separatist party Aliança Catalana gains support in Spain's Catalonia by focusing on immigration and crime

In Spain's Catalonia region, nearly a decade after the failed 2017 independence bid, voters are increasingly concerned about immigration and crime rather than secession. This shift has fueled the rise of the far-right separatist party Aliança Catalana, which focuses on curbing immigration and improving public safety. The party's growing influence has caused tensions with traditional pro-independence parties, leading to clashes during Catalonia's national day celebrations. A July survey showed 45% support for independence, down from 49% in 2017, but the movement remains resilient despite divisions.