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Yolanda Díaz Calls for Madrid Peace Conference on Palestine, Urges Spain to Cut Ties With Israel

The Sumar leader asks Pedro Sánchez to convene UN-backed talks with Palestinian representation.

Overview

  • Díaz says Spain has the legitimacy to lead an international alliance defending Palestinian rights.
  • She proposes sanctions, suspension of the EUIsrael association agreement, and a break in bilateral relations.
  • Sumar rejects the U.S.–Israel plan under discussion because it excludes Palestinian participation.
  • Díaz cites large weekend demonstrations across Spain as public backing for stronger action on Gaza.
  • In a TV interview, she left open pursuing a complaint to the International Criminal Court over the flotilla activists’ treatment while reiterating that the conference should be held in Madrid under UN auspices.