VOICED : Rajoy no logra alianzas con Ciudadanos ni Podemos

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy met with leaders of Ciudadanos and Podemos to form a new government but failed to reach an agreement. Albert Rivera of Ciudadanos refused to form a government with Rajoy's Popular Party, leaving a minority government as the only option. Podemos' Pablo Iglesias also rejected an alliance with the PP, stating his party would oppose Rajoy if he is re-elected with PSOE support. Despite repeated elections, Spain remains in a political deadlock, with Rajoy's only option being to convince the PSOE to allow his investiture.

What was the outcome of Mariano Rajoy's meeting with the leaders of Ciudadanos and Podemos?

• They formed a new government.

• They failed to reach an agreement.

• They decided to hold new elections.

• They reached a partial agreement.

What stance did Albert Rivera take regarding forming a government with Rajoy's party?

• He was undecided.

• He refused to form a government with them.

• He suggested a new election.

• He agreed to form a coalition.

What is the only option left for forming a government according to the transcript?

• A caretaker government.

• A coalition government.

• A majority government.

• A minority government.

What role did Pablo Iglesias say Podemos would take if Rajoy is re-elected?

• They would remain neutral.

• They would join the government.

• They would support the government.

• They would be in opposition.

What is Rajoy's only option to secure his investiture?

• Call for another election.

• Convince the PSOE to allow his investiture.

• Form a coalition with Podemos.

• Convince Ciudadanos to support him.