Europe is home to an extraordinary array of regional and minority languages, spoken by an estimated 40 to 50 million people. As Spain continues to press for EU-level recognition of Catalan, Galician, and Basque, its efforts highlight a broader struggle across the continent. While only a few nations grant these languages co-official status, many communities are seeking equal treatment. Spain’s recent failed bid reveals growing tension between cultural identity and legal uniformity.
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