The Spanish government has refused to hold talks with Basque separatist group ETA. <br /><br />The militant organisation, which has been blamed for 829 deaths over four decades, announced an end to violence seven months ago. <br /><br />In a statement released to the French press, ETA says it wants to negotiate with the government. <br /><br />However, Spain's government is flatly refusing to meet with the group. <br />...<br />http://www.euronews.net/