‘Genuine peace must be based on justice’
He warned that the ceasefire has not ended civilians’ suffering. “Even today, after the ceasefire (declaration), Palestinians in Gaza are still suffering attacks… Genuine peace must be based on justice. Those responsible for this genocide will be held accountable, sooner or later,” he said.
Sanchez concluded that Spain and Palestine “will always walk hand in hand,” expressing hope that Abbas’ visit would help build bridges, seek solutions within the framework of international law, and strengthen ties between the countries.
Abbas thanked Spain for recognising the State of Palestine in May 2024 and praised Madrid’s leadership in building an international coalition to expand recognition. He also called for an end to violence in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
Spain, where support for the Palestinian cause is strong, has been one of Europe’s most vocal critics of Israel’s war on Gaza. Israeli forces have killed more than 70,000 people, mostly women and children, and injured nearly 171,000 others since October 2023.
According to Gaza’s Government Media Office, at least 386 people have been killed and 980 others injured by Israeli army fire since the ceasefire.
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