Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who sought Scotland’s independence, has died at age 69

Scottish former First Minister Alex Salmond, who played a significant role in pushing for Scottish independence from the United Kingdom, sadly passed away at the age of 69. He led the devolved Scottish government for seven years and was instrumental in boosting support for independence during the 2014 referendum. Despite facing allegations of sexual assault, he was cleared of all charges in 2020. Salmond was a formidable debater and a prominent figure in Scottish and UK politics for over 30 years. He leaves behind a lasting legacy and will be remembered for his contributions to Scottish politics.