Puigdemont suffers setback in return to Catalan parliament after court ruling

Carlos Puigdemont, though absent, remains a significant figure in Catalonia's political landscape. His supporters demand his reinstatement as President, despite legal challenges and his self-imposed exile in Brussels. The Spanish government opposes his return, citing potential charges of rebellion and sedition. Political tensions rise as the Catalan parliament faces internal divisions and questions of unity. The future leadership of Catalonia is uncertain, with debates on whether Puigdemont should be replaced to form a stable government.

How do Puigdemont's supporters view his legitimacy as President of Catalonia?

What implications does Puigdemont's absence have on the formation of a government in Catalonia?