Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez won the backing of parliament for another term, with the country divided over his amnesty for Catalan separatists. Sanchez agreed to grant amnesty to those facing legal action for their involvement in Catalonia's separatist movement, in exchange for the support of Catalan separatist parties. Critics argue that the amnesty undermines the rule of law and hurts Spain's international reputation. Protests against the amnesty have taken place nationwide, with some turning violent.