Bilbao - The Basque terrorist group ETA last night blamed both its former allies in the Basque Nationalist Party (PNV) and the Madrid government for the continuing violence in the region, reports Paddy Woodworth.
ETA's first statement since last month's elections in the region, which saw a sharp drop in support for its political supporters, was released to several Basque media. Faint hopes that a new ceasefire might be announced proved without foundation.