Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has accused Israel of violating international law in Gaza, calling for European nations to take a firm stance against the ongoing violence.
Speaking ahead of a European Council meeting in Brussels, Sanchez said international and humanitarian laws are being “absolutely trampled on and violated once again.”
He urged EU member states to uphold global legal principles and strongly condemn the situation in Gaza. He also emphasized the need to engage with Arab nations, support Gaza’s reconstruction, and push forward a two-state solution. Spain, he said, remains committed to ensuring Palestinians have their own state.
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin also condemned Israel’s latest attacks, calling them “shocking” and urging European leaders to demand an end to the “killing and slaughter.” He highlighted that recent bombings, which have killed hundreds, appear to amount to “collective punishment” against Palestinians.
Martin stressed the need to move quickly to the next phase of a ceasefire agreement reached in January. He noted that many civilians returned to their homes expecting stability, only to face renewed airstrikes.
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss economic competitiveness, security, and global conflicts, including Ukraine. However, Gaza has become a key issue amid the latest Israeli military campaign, which has killed over 700 Palestinians and injured more than 900 since Tuesday.