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Spain's prime minister slams Israel’s genocide in Gaza during UN speech

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez used his UN address to demand an arms embargo on Israel and denounce far-right extremism.

During his address to the United Nations General Assembly, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez strongly condemned Israel's military campaign in Gaza and called for an arms embargo against the Israeli government. Sanchez also warned against the rising global influence of far-right forces and pledged continued diplomatic and humanitarian backing for Lebanon following the withdrawal of UN peacekeepers. Furthermore, he highlighted Spain's refusal to increase military spending while advocating for strict sanctions against Russian aggression.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
Sanchez called for an arms embargo on the Israeli government led by Benjamin Netanyahu.
The Spanish prime minister met with Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam on the sidelines of the UN gathering.
Sanchez warned against the growing power of selfish and cruel forces undermining humanity globally.

Timeline

Sep 22Pedro Sanchez met with Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam in New York City.
Sep 24Sanchez addressed the United Nations General Assembly to condemn Israel.

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Statements at the United Nations General Assembly reflect broader international diplomatic alignments and tensions surrounding ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez met with Lebanese officials in New York and delivered remarks at the United Nations General Assembly addressing international conflicts and global political threats.

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Pedro SánchezMiddle East conflictIsraelSpainU.N.LebanonHuman rightsNetanyahuFar rightNawaf Salam

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