Madrid: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S¡nchez has voiced strong condemnation of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, urging the international community to acknowledge and address the situation. S¡nchez declared that the severe human rights violations occurring in Gaza should not be ignored by Europe or any other part of the world.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, S¡nchez highlighted the alarming statistics arising from the conflict, noting that nearly 50,000 individuals have been killed, 100,000 wounded, and two million displaced due to the war on Gaza. He described these figures as not only staggering but also as violations of both humanity and international law.
The Spanish Prime Minister emphasized the urgent need to halt the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and to facilitate the delivery of aid. He mentioned Spain's active collaboration with the United Nations to pass a resolution in the UN General Assembly aimed at ensuring aid reaches those in need.
S¡nchez called for the application of international pressure on Israel to cease the violence in Gaza, advocating for the use of all legal avenues under international law. He announced Spain's intention to present a proposal to the UN General Assembly concerning Israel's obligations to provide humanitarian assistance to the Gaza Strip.
Further, S¡nchez urged the exploration of all legal options to hold Israel accountable for its actions. He stressed the importance of progressing towards peace and organizing a peace conference, advocating for a two-state solution through the recognition of the State of Palestine. S¡nchez suggested that an international forum could serve as a platform for Arab-European collaboration, fostering joint action in support of Palestine.
