Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged the global community to formally recognise Palestine as an independent state and grant it full United Nations membership. Addressing the Socialist International conference in Rabat, Morocco, Sánchez called for urgent measures to secure peace in the Middle East and end the Israeli occupation.
Reaffirming Spain’s commitment to a two-state solution, Sánchez advocated the creation of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. He described the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as “untenable,” condemning the ongoing blockade and violence that have inflicted profound suffering on Palestinians.
Sánchez underscored the need for collective international action to defend Palestinian rights and end decades of oppression. He emphasised that achieving lasting peace in the region requires addressing the conflict’s root causes, including the quest for justice and freedom for Palestinians.
His comments reflect a growing shift within Europe towards stronger support for Palestinian rights. Ireland, for instance, has described the Israeli occupation as annexation and called for accountability measures. Sánchez’s stance signals Spain’s alignment with this emerging European approach, pushing for decisive action to achieve justice and peace in Palestine.
