Muhammad Haim Malik
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has addressed the recent actions of Barcelona star Lamine Yamal, who displayed a Palestinian flag during the club’s La Liga title celebrations.
Speaking at a press conference, Sánchez responded to journalists’ questions regarding the incident by contextualising Spain’s diplomatic stance. He noted that Spain has already formally recognised the state of Palestine.
“Spain has recognised the state of Palestine,”
Sánchez stated. “From the very beginning, Spain condemned the attacks by Hamas, and later condemned the war being waged by the Israeli authorities in the Gaza Strip.”
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez poses for a portrait after an interview with The Associated Press at the Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Spain, June 27, 2022. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says that he will consider resigning after what he calls “spurious” corruption allegations against his wife led to a judicial investigation being opened on April 24, 2024. Sánchez said in a letter posted on his X account that while the allegations against his wife Begoña Gómez are false, he is canceling his public agenda until Monday when he announce whether he will continue or step down. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue, File)
The Prime Minister’s comments come amid heightened scrutiny of public figures expressing political views on the conflict. Sánchez emphasised that Spain’s position remains balanced, advocating for a peaceful resolution while maintaining its condemnation of violence from both sides.
