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The article focuses on France's recent shift in stance by supporting Moroccan sovereignty for Western Sahara's autonomy, a move that has led to Algeria withdrawing its ambassador in protest.

The article focuses on John Swinney emerging as the likely successor to Scotland's first minister, Humza Yousaf, presenting himself as the unity candidate for the Scottish National Party amid a state of crisis following the departure of the previous first minister, Nicola Sturgeon.

The article focuses on the uncertain future of Scotland's independence movement following the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon, leader of the Scottish government, and her recent arrest over a financial investigation. Topics include the divided public opinion on Scottish independence; the ongoing inquiry into the Scottish National Party's finances; and the challenges faced by Sturgeon's successor, Humza Yousaf, in advancing the independence cause.

The article reports on the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon, former first minister of Scotland, by police officers investigating the finances of the Scottish National Party.

Discusses the long-neglected issue of the Kurdish movement for independence from Iraq. Informal referendum conducted in Kurdish areas during the Iraqi elections showing that Kurds favor independence overwhelmingly; De facto independence and financial autonomy of Kurdistan; Thwarting of the Kurdish dreams of independence by the hostility of Turkey, Iran and Syria; Need for the U.S. to address the Kurdish issue in its policy on Iraq.

Reports that government officials in Senegal have signed a peace deal with separatist rebels.

Reports on the bombings staged by the Basque separatist group ETA in seven cities throughout Spain on December 6, 2004.

Focuses on how families of victims of the three-day hostage massacre carried out by Chechen separatist rebels at a schoolhouse in Beslan, Russia, are dealing with the tragedy of losing their loved ones. Number of people who died; Difficulty encountered by families in finding and identifying the bodies of their relatives; Stories of individual victims and their families.

Focuses on the death of Richard G. Butler who founded the Aryan Nations in the 1970s and its significance for the white supremacy movement in the United States. Loss of dominance of Christian identity within the white supremacy movement; Signs that white supremacy is thriving; Rise of a white supremacy movement based on Odinism; Problems in the white supremacy movement that led to a decline in number of group members.

Reports that separatist rebels in Chechnya are mainly driven by nationalist goals though they receive financing from international Islamic organizations, according Russian, international officials and experts. Limitation in the relationship between Islamic terrorist and separatist rebels; Principal motivation for the rebels; Islamic organizations that extended financial help to rebels.

Reports that the Spanish government has blamed the Basque-based separatist group ETA as the leader behind the four bombings that have occurred in the country's northern region.

Reports that representatives from the Republic of Georgia and the separatist province of South Ossetia is coming close to an official cease-fire. Historical background on the conflict between the republic and the separatist region.

Reports that Georgian officials called for emergency meetings after overnight fighting flared in the separatist region of South Ossetia in August 2004, resulting to the death of three people.

Reports on the resignation of Kashmiri separatist group All Parties Hurriyat Conference chairman Moulana Abbas Ansari to help reunify the group's moderate and hard-line factions.

The article reports on the feud between Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon and her predecessor and mentor Alex Salmond and its adverse impact on the country's independence movement.

The article examines the collection of historical documents regarding Ireland's independence movement belonging to Irish fish merchant Jackie Clarke. Information is provided on the documents, which include newspapers, political posters, and photographs, as well as their historical value according to historian Sinead McCoole. Background information is also presented on Clarke and his home of County Mayo.

The article reports on the victory of secessionists on an election called for by Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy aimed to completely oust the Catalan government. It mentions that Rajoy called for the election hoping to reshuffle the political system of Catalan and to punish secessionist leaders. It cites the position of Carles Puigdemont, the Catalan leader removed by the Spanish government on the success of the secessionists.

The article reports on the condition in Catalonia, Spain ahead of a scheduled independence referendum by Catalonia leaders on separating from Spain on October 1, 2017. It highlights the preparation by a vast numbers of Catalans for a confrontation with Spanish security forces, who have been moved into the region under orders to stop the referendum by force. The cause of grievances by Catalans that was reawakened by political movements and magnified by partisan news media is discussed.

The article informs that several protesters have called for ouster of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain and denounced his proposal for talks to try to ease tensions around simmering secessionist conflict in Catalonia and mentions government's proposal to appoint a rapporteur in talks.

The article reports on the demonstration held by separatist activists in Catalonia, Spain in support of independence for Catalonia on October 1, 2018, which marked the first anniversary of the disputed independence referendum.

The article discusses the Indonesian government's persecution of the independence movement of the Papua region of Indonesia, including its arrest of the independence activist Yanto Awerkion and its policy towards mineral extraction in Papua, Indonesia.

The article reports that ETA, the Basque separatist group, is dissolving itself, closing a history that included one of the longest terrorism campaigns in modern Europe, which killed over 800 people in Spain.

The article provides information on various topics including the independence movement planned in Catalonia, the political conditions in Basque County, and the cultural history of Corsica, France.

The article reports that Judge Pablo Llarena of Spain's Supreme Court withdrew an international arrest warrant for the region's ousted leader, Carles Puigdemont, which is supposed to guarantee that every former member of the Catalan separatist leadership would be prosecuted strictly.

The article discusses Russian organizations that are raising funds for Pro-Russian separatist rebels fighting the Ukrainian government in eastern Ukraine, highlighting the use of online crowdfunding strategies to raise fund. Topics addressed include the groups' use of social media to solicit donations aimed at establishing a region loyal to Russia, as well as the use of a payment terminals owned by online payment company QIWI.

The article offers information on a rally by Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy to urged Catalans to vote in upcoming elections to defeat the independence movement and return the region to normality after firing Catalan government and dissolving the Catalan Parliament.

The article focuses on the independence gained by the Catalan republic after the Spain government officials voted for independence which led to celebration among the supporters.

The article offers information on the independence drive of Catalonia's from Spain focusing on the step taken by central government of Spain to remove Catalonia's secessionist leaders.

The article reports on the political and the social conditions prevailing in the region of Milan and Lombardy who would be voting on the issues of getting more autonomy from the Italian government. The situation is compared to the referendum in Catalonia, Spain and issues being discussed in Milan and Lombardy are mentioned.

The article reports on a rally in support of united Spanish state and against agitators for independence of Catalonia in Barcelona, Spain, and mentions that rally demonstrated solidarity with the vilified national police and proudly waved a red-and-yellow national flag.

The article reports on use of tractors by protestors marching for Catalonian independence in Vic, Spain, citing role of farmers like Jordi Colom, and mentions that the tractors guarded against police intervention in recent voting.

The article reports on separatist movements in West Africa Nations, citing a movement in the southeast seeking independence in Nigeria, and mentions that in Cameroon, the military has been deployed in English-speaking areas, where the government blocked social media websites.

The author discusses Catalonia's independence movements against Spain, and also presents policies of Spain's prime minister Mariano Rajoy on the same.

The article focuses on the demonstration of history of Singapore in a comical book "The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye" by an Illustrator, Sonny Liew. Topic includes the struggles, protests and riots for independence in Malaya and Singapore in his comic book. An overview by Liew on his comic work and thoughts of political history is presented.

The article discusses the importance and benefits of pluralism. The author considers pluralism as an alternative to separatist attitudes in Catalonia, Spain and Scotland; notes Scotland's decision to vote not to secede from Great Britain; and highlights the social, economic, and political benefits of pluralistic societies. The existence of pluralism in the United States is discussed.

The article discusses the potential economic consequences of Scotland's possible vote to secede from Great Britain, focusing on possible revenues from oil in the North Sea. Topics addressed include declines in oil and gas production in the North Sea and concerns that the Scottish economy will not be able to rely on the petroleum industry, as well as tax incentives for the oil and gas industry in the region.

The article discusses the potential economic implications that could result from a vote for Scotland to become independent from Great Britain, highlighting the views of investor Tom Hunter. Topics addressed include Hunter's publication of an online book on the issue titled "Scotland's Decision," Hunter's philanthropic work, and experts' views on the impact of Scotland's possible independence on Scottish businesses and the Scottish economy.

The article discusses the impact of Scotland's potential independence from Great Britain, focusing on the possibility that Great Britain would exit the European Union (E.U.). Topics addressed include the possible impact of Great Britain leaving the E.U. on the financial services industry, as well as calls for British independence from the E.U. amongst conservatives in the country.

The article discusses the potential international impact of Scotland's campaign for independence from Great Britain, noting separatists from around the world who are following Scotland's independence referendum. Topics addressed include separatist movements in the Basque Country, Spain; Kurdistan; and Taiwan, China; as well as a potential domino effect in favor of separatist movements.

The article discusses currency traders and market investors' reactions to a poll that found that Scottish voters favored a vote for Scotland's independence from Great Britain, focusing on a decline in the value of the British pound currency. Topics addressed include concerns regarding economic and political uncertainty that would result from Scotland's secession, as well as a trend of growing support for secession amongst the Scottish public.

The article discusses a cease-fire agreement between the Ukrainian government and pro-Russian separatist rebels fighting in the eastern region of Ukraine, noting that the agreement was in large part devised by Russian president Vladimir V. Putin. Topics addressed include the terms of the agreement regarding disarmament and the presence of Ukrainian troops in the region, as well as concerns regarding the potential for future stability in eastern Ukraine.

The article focuses on the debate over the plan of Scotland to take its independence from Great Britain with the growing demands of regional autonomy to reshape the country. It states that the nationalists hoe for a referendum that will stir passions for more self-government of for full independence. It notes that the Welsh tourism board promotes the castles per square mile in Wales than anywhere in the country.

The article discusses the leadership of pro-Russian Ukrainian separatist rebels, noting that the original Russian leaders of the movement have been replaced by Ukrainians. Topics addressed include a lack of political and military qualifications amongst the Ukrainian separatist leaders, a decline of discipline amongst rebels in the Donetsk People's Republic, and Donetsk People's Republic deputy defense minister Fyodor D. Berezin.

The article discusses living conditions in the city of Luhansk, Ukraine amidst fighting between the Ukrainian military and pro-Russian separatist rebels, highlighting the impact of bombing in the city. Topics addressed include Luhansk residents' fears regarding consistent bombing, the dispute over Russia's plans to send humanitarian aid to the region via truck convoy, and civilian casualties in the city.

The article discusses Ukrainian separatist rebels' retreat into barricades in Donetsk and Luhansk, Ukraine amidst advances from the Ukrainian armed forces as of July 7, 2014. Topics addressed include Russia's response to the deteriorating situation for the pro-Russian rebels, as well as the possible long-term impact of the separatist insurgency on the future of Ukraine.

The article reports on the cease-fire proposed by Ukraine in its battle against separatists in the country's east and the accusation made by the U.S. administration that the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia is continuing to arm the rebels. It says that Ukrainian President Petro O. Poroshenko has emphasized that the plan hinges on sealing a border with Russia. It states that a senior U.S. administration official has told reporters that Russian Special Forces continue to support separatists fighters.

The article discusses the implications of Scotland's potential independence from Great Britain as of June 1, 2014, highlighting differing views on the economic impact of independence for Scotland. Topics addressed include the views of business executives and Scottish nationalists, as well as considerations of the use of the pound currency and of the national debt in Scotland.

The article discusses the effectiveness of steelworkers and other industrial workers in Ukrainian cities in clearing out pro-Russian separatist militants in Ukrainian cities such as Mariupol and Donestk as of May 15, 2014. Topics addressed include the significance of a rejection of separatism by Rinat Akhmetov, an owner of mining companies and Ukraine's richest man, as well as patrols organized by the industrial workers.