07.03.2026 18:41
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, who opposed the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran and announced that he would not allow the US to use its bases in his country, strongly responded to claims that these actions isolated his country. Reminding of the period when they decided to recognize Palestine, Sanchez stated, "The same people said this when we recognized the State of Palestine; however, others joined us afterward. We are not alone, we are the first!"
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responded to criticisms of his government's foreign policy from Soria. Rejecting claims that Spain is isolated on the international stage, Sanchez recalled the process of recognizing Palestine, stating, "We are not alone, we are the first."
SHOW OF FORCE IN SORIA
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez was in the city of Soria as part of the election campaign activities held in the Castilla y León region. Speaking at a rally organized to support his party's regional presidential candidate Carlos Martinez, Sanchez delivered important messages regarding both domestic and foreign policy.
"THEY SAID THE SAME THING ABOUT OUR DECISION ON PALESTINE"
Responding harshly to criticisms that the government is isolated in foreign policy, Sanchez cited Spain's decision to recognize the State of Palestine as an example and
stated, "You may have heard that Spain is alone. The same people said this when we recognized the State of Palestine; however, others joined us afterward. We are not alone, we are the first! Ultimately, those who will be left alone are those who defend the indefensible." with these words, he sent his message to the international community.
“SPAIN'S POSITION IS CLEAR”
Stating that Spain's stance in recent weeks has been appreciated worldwide, the Prime Minister expressed that defending human rights is not a choice but a necessity. Emphasizing that a country that defends international law will always be respected, Sanchez said, "Spain's position is an example of this respect."
"SAYING NO TO WAR MEANS SAYING YES TO SOVEREIGNTY"
One of the most striking parts of his speech was his statement regarding his anti-war stance. Relating the advocacy for peace to national sovereignty, Sanchez used the following expressions: "Saying no to war is much more than saying yes to peace. It also means saying yes to the sovereignty of the Spanish nation."