Sortu is a political party in Spain that was founded in 2011. It emerged from the Basque nationalist movement and is associated with the Basque Country. The party aims to promote the rights and interests of the Basque people, advocating for self-determination and social justice. Sortu is considered a successor to the banned party Batasuna, which had ties to the ETA organization. The party seeks to distance itself from violence and emphasizes a peaceful political process. It participates in regional and national elections, striving to represent the Basque population's aspirations within the broader context of Spanish politics.