Basque President Condemns Ayuso's Disdain for Euskera at Heated Press Conference

Spain's linguistic divide flares up at press conference as Basque president confronts Isabel Ayuso over Euskera. The XXVIII Conference of Presidents provided the stage for a heated exchange between Basque President Imanol Pradales and Madrid's regional president, Isabel Ayuso. Pradales criticized Ayuso's dismissive reaction to his use of Euskera, the Basque language, stating, "It strikes me as odd that in a country where people freely enjoy 'cañas,' we cannot speak Euskera with the same freedom." Ayuso's response, or lack thereof, further fueled the controversy. This incident underscores the ongoing debate surrounding language rights and cultural identity within Spain, highlighting the complexities of balancing national unity with regional identities. The incident has sparked a wider conversation about linguistic freedom and tolerance in Spain.