Posted 11/30/2023, 5:55:48 PM
Israel Recalls Ambassador from Spain Amid Growing Diplomatic Tensions over Gaza Offensive
- Israel recalls ambassador to Spain "indefinitely" amid diplomatic spat over Spain's criticism of Israeli offensive in Gaza
- Recall comes after Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez condemned Hamas attacks but criticized Israel's actions in Gaza and level of devastation
- Israeli Foreign Minister announced recall and said ambassador will remain withdrawn; warns will "continue war until release of all abductees and elimination of Hamas in Gaza"
- Spain has summoned Israeli ambassador to Madrid for reprimand over situation in Gaza
- Tensions began a week ago when Sánchez called on Israel to respect international law and stood by Spain's proposal to recognize a Palestinian state