The Diplomat
The Government of Spain has recalled and reiterated this Monday “its strongest condemnation of the atrocious terrorist attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023”, on the occasion of the anniversary of those events. It has also demanded the “immediate release” of the hostages and has defended a ceasefire in Gaza and the implementation of the two-state solution.
“The Government of Spain recalls and reiterates its strongest condemnation of the atrocious terrorist attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023 and conveys its solidarity to the families and friends of the victims, especially remembering Maya Villalobo and Iván Illaramendi, the two Spanish citizens killed during the terrorist attacks,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.
“After one year, the Government expresses its solidarity with the families of the hostages who are still being held and demands their immediate release,” the text continues. “A ceasefire, the release of the hostages, access to humanitarian aid for civilians and an end to the violence are necessary,” the Government warns.
The Executive also “reiterates its determination to combat anti-Semitism and all forms of hatred and discrimination” and undertakes “to continue working for peace in the Middle East and to advance the implementation of the two-state solution living together in peace and security, the best guarantee of stability for all in the region.”