I just found this earlier today.  For those interested in the Basque situation in Spain, you will find this of interest.  Those who are not aware of it, you will probably find it of interest too!

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For an expert view on the ETA ceasefire, Euronews turned to Brian Currin in Johannesburg. He has been a key mediator in several conflicts and is now involved in efforts to start a peace process in Spain’s Basque region.

Javier Villagarcia, euronews: Mr Currin, you’ve welcomed ETA’s declaration. Why are you so optimistic?

Brian Currin: Well I’m optimistic because the political situation in the Basque Country has changed irretrievably. There are certain basic fundamentals that are in place that they have never been in place before. And I firmly believe that Abertzale Left are on a course that is irreversible.

Javier Villagarcia, euronews: As you know the Spanish Government dismissed the ETA ceasefire as insufficient, and ruled out any negotiation. Is this, for you, an appropriate reaction or too much of a hardline response?

From Euronews.net.  Read and view/listen [here].