The rise of the far-right Aliança Catalana, led by Sílvia Orriols, is shaking Catalonia's political landscape.

Junts per Catalunya faces internal and external challenges as it navigates its stance against the ultra-nationalist party.

While Junts seeks to reclaim its position on issues like immigration and security, it struggles to distance itself from accusations of aligning with Aliança's xenophobic rhetoric.

Meanwhile, opposition parties in Ripoll are negotiating to oust Orriols from the mayoral seat after a divisive and stagnant 20-month tenure.

Critics argue that her leadership has failed to deliver on promises, leaving the town grappling with unresolved issues like depopulation and infrastructure neglect.

The political tension highlights a broader struggle in Catalonia over how to address far-right populism without alienating voters.