Spain before a historical decision. Sanchez leaves no illusions

Israel continues its activities in the Gaza Strip, which makes the situation in the region more dramatic and the humanitarian crisis is deepening. Every day, the Middle East reports about human rights violations and the media floods pictures of children and civilians dying of hunger.

Only in recent days have been carried out by attacks on over 150 goals, which the Israeli army describes as “terrorist”. This wave of attacks not only led to the cut -off of residents from communication and the Internet, but also caused panic among Palestinians who, with all possible ways, try to get out of the city.

Sanchez versus Netanyahu

Pedro Sanchez is one of the most die -hard critics of Israel’s policy in Europe. The Prime Minister of Spanish strongly opposes the activities of the Benajmina Netanyah office and demands an increase in international pressure, which will force Israel to stop attacks in the Gaza Strip. In this context, it is worth recalling that Spain – next to Ireland and Norway – decided to recognize Palestine as a state.

Without waiting for the EU’s actions, in mid -September Pedro Sanchez decided to introduce a complete embargo to the supply of weapons to Israel as well as a ban on transit military equipment through Spanish territory.

Madrid also announced a ban on entering the country for all people who “have their direct participation in genocide.” What’s more, from budget funds for 2026 an additional EUR 50 million is to be transferred to humanitarian aid for Gaza.

Spain will not play at the World Cup? Sanchez puts an ultimatum

Pedro Sanchez is also a hot supporter of excluding Israeli musicians and athletes from participation in international events.

– Sports organizations must think about whether we should really agree. It is not ethical that Russia has been excluded after aggression in Ukraine, while Israel does not bear any consequences – explained the Spanish prime minister.

The politician also went a step further and announced that The national team may not take part in the World Football Championshipswhich will be played in 2026 in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The head of PSOE suggested that if Israel was not thrown out of the games, La Furia Roja would not take part in them.

Football experts agree that Spain is mentioned among the favorites for victory at the World Cupwhich is why the possible resignation of the team led by Luis de la Fuente would be a huge blow to the prestige of the competition.

Eurovision without Spain?

Suggestions for boycott do not apply only to sport, but also music. Spain, which has been one of the biggest players during Eurovision for years (belongs to the so -called Big Five), demands the throw of Israel from participation in next year’s competition in Vienna. Slovenia, Ireland, Iceland and the Netherlands also took a similar position.

– We cannot normalize Israel’s participation in international forums, as if nothing happened – commented the Minister of Culture of Spain Ernest Urtasun.

Vuelta and Espana in the shadow of the scandal

Meanwhile, the Spanish media pay attention to the fact that Pedro Sanchez’s declaration was only a day after the huge controversies that occurred during the final Vuelta a Espana.

The last stage of the Madrid race and the official decoration of the winners had to be canceled. Reason? Despite the securing by Spanish services, a crowd of propalentine activists broke into the route that the riders were to pass.

The members of the Israel – preteir tech team were attacked. This team was founded by Sylvan Adams, a Canadian billionaire of Israeli origin, who is an active activist of the World Jewish Congress.

In his public statements, he repeatedly praised Israel’s policy towards the Gaza Strip. Commenting on Propalestine protests, he sought the second bottom and suggested that they were inspired by Iran, Qatar and China.

The winner of Vuelta a Espana – Jonas Vingegaard – did not hide the resentment of the situation. – We were taken away from this way a moment of glory. I wanted to celebrate my victory with my team and supporters so much. Of course, everyone has the right to protests, but it is a real scandal that we cannot finish the race because of this – said the Danish cyclist.

Sanchez reacts to riots in Madrid

Pedro Sanchez reacted to events in the Spanish capital. Instead of reassuring the mood, the prime minister’s statement caused a wave of controversy.

Although the politician assured that “he always rejects violence and has great respect for athletes”, he decided to support the protesters of activists. He expressed “admiration for their courage and the fact that the Spaniards unite in such an important matter and set an example to all of Europe and the world that human rights should not give way to financial interests.”

The politician did not publicly refer to the fact that during the riots in Madrid, nearly 20 Spanish officers of order services were injured.

Activists could also count on support from the deputy head of the Spanish government. Yolanda Diaz has posted an entry on the web, in which she assessed that “protests during Vuelta and Espana is a clear signal that Spain does not tolerate genocide.”

Sanchez’s declaration was enraged by Israel

“El Pais” points out that the prime minister regarding the position regarding Israel has full support of his party. Patxi Lopez, a spokesman for the PSOE group in the Spanish congress, spoke in a similar tone to Pedro Sanchez.

The politician emphasized that “society cannot remain indifferent to the fact that there are acts of genocide in the Middle East and children are starving.” – Every day we see moving pictures from the Middle East. We will ask the relevant authorities to exclude Israel. There is no consent for what is happening. It’s time to finally look at the eyes – he said.

It is not a surprise that The words of the head of the Spanish government were widely heard in Israel and were accepted with considerable rage. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar simply called Pedro Sanchez a “liar”. He accused the politician of hypocrisy and tried to convince that this “about the terrorist state Hamas invaded Israel and made the most bloody massacre of Jews since the Holocaust.”