Spain to Recognize Palestine Only Along With Other Nations
The Facts
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Friday stated Madrid would recognize a Palestinian state only with other countries, denying it would happen on May 21.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Friday stated Madrid would recognize a Palestinian state only together with other countries, denying it would happen on May 21.
The Spin
A Palestinian state should only be established after reaching a peace agreement with Israel, which requires mutual recognition and compromise. UN member states should focus on fostering trust and respect between the parties rather than imposing outcomes. The recognition of states is a significant responsibility that should be approached cautiously. Palestine is not yet a state, may never become one, and cannot become a state without willingness to compromise. Prematurely recognizing Palestine undermines the
The viability of a Palestinian state is doubtful due to ongoing Israeli military occupation and the fragmented condition of the Palestinian national movement, international support for a Palestinian state grows, including Spain’s planned recognition. Spain advocates for international recognition to bolster Palestinian statehood and has criticized Israel’s actions in Gaza. Pro-Palestinian sentiment in Spain reflects its historical and cultural ties to the Arab world and a commitment to humanitarian principle
