International Pressure Mounts: Spain Blasts Gaza Electricity Crisis

1️⃣ Condemnation of Power Cuts in Gaza

  • Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares condemned Israel’s power cut in Gaza, which halted the main water plant’s operations.
  • He emphasized that power cuts violate international law, aligning with previous UN statements.

2️⃣ Support for Gaza Reconstruction & Humanitarian Aid

  • Spain backs the Arab League’s reconstruction plan for Gaza.
  • Albares called for unrestricted humanitarian aid and reaffirmed Gaza’s role in a future Palestinian state.

3️⃣ Commitment to a Two-State Solution

  • Spain will actively participate in the UN Palestine Conference in June.
  • The country remains committed to advocating for a two-state solution.

4️⃣ EU Funding for Ukraine

  • Albares urged predictable and sustainable EU financial support for Ukraine.
  • Spain pledged €1 billion ($1.08 billion) to Ukraine in 2024.

5️⃣ Pressure on Russia for Ceasefire

  • The minister stressed the importance of compelling Russia to accept a ceasefire without conditions.
  • He called for EU unity to ensure lasting peace in Ukraine.

6️⃣ New Humanitarian Aid for Syria

  • Spain will provide €10 million ($10.8 million) in humanitarian aid for Syrian civilians.

7️⃣ Strengthening EU-US Relations

  • Albares emphasized the need for strong transatlantic ties while safeguarding European economic and security interests.

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