Spain has launched a judicial investigation into Israel’s genocide in Gaza, signalling one of the clearest legal challenges from Europe to date. The Spanish Attorney General confirmed that a dedicated working group will gather evidence of atrocities and determine whether Israel’s actions constitute crimes of genocide and crimes against humanity under international law.

The step reinforces Spain’s alignment with global legal proceedings, including the case brought by South Africa at the International Court of Justice, which has already issued precautionary measures against Israel. Under Spanish law, crimes committed abroad may be prosecuted if those responsible set foot on Spanish territory, raising the possibility of future accountability for Israeli officials involved in the assault on Gaza.

Spain’s decision follows its recognition of the State of Palestine and reflects a growing European shift from symbolic condemnation to tangible judicial action. As Israel faces boycotts, sanctions, and widespread rejection across cultural, political, and economic arenas, this investigation marks another step in its deepening isolation on the international stage.