Tensions are mounting in Catalonia where pro-independence lawmakers have been sabre-rattling against Madrid as Spain's top court prepares to rule on the fate of 12 separatist leaders over a failed 2017 independence bid.

Catalonia tense ahead of verdict in separatist leaders trial

The government is planning to temporarily impose direct rule on the region, Socialist politician Carmen Calvo said in an interview on national television

Spanish government agrees with opposition to hold Catalan elections in January

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Catalonia tense ahead of verdict in separatist leaders trial

Spanish government agrees with opposition to hold Catalan elections in January