Carles Puigdemont, the former Catalan president, made a surprising return to Spain, only to vanish shortly after delivering a speech in Barcelona.

His reappearance and subsequent disappearance have captivated international media, overshadowing other significant events.

Despite a massive police operation by the Mossos d'Esquadra to detain him, Puigdemont managed to evade capture, reportedly heading towards Waterloo, Belgium.

The operation's failure has sparked criticism and raised questions about the police's credibility.

Puigdemont's lawyer, Gonzalo Boye, confirmed that Puigdemont has returned to his residence, though he did not specify the location.

The incident has intensified political tensions in Catalonia, with accusations of excessive police force and internal discord among political factions.