Spain removes ambassador from Israel in protest to Iran war, Gaza genocide

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 11, 2026 at 01:42 PM

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In March 2026, Spain withdrew its ambassador to Israel, Ana María Sálomon Pérez, as announced in the official state gazette. This decision reflects Spain's strong criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza and the recent US-Israeli war on Iran. Spain has been a leading voice within the European Union condemning Israel's conduct, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez calling the attack on Iran "unjustifiable." The Spanish embassy in Tel Aviv will now be led by a charge d’affaires. Spain's parliament previously approved a total arms embargo on Israel in October in response to the situation in Gaza.

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Council of Ministers 30% Reuters 30% Tel Aviv 40% Ana María Sálomon Pérez 40% European Union ×260% Pedro Sanchez ×260% Gaza ×470% United States ×370% Iran ×470% Israel ×990% Spain ×790%

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israel 90% spain 90% ambassador removal 80% gaza 70% iran 70% diplomatic tensions 60% genocide 60% us-israeli actions 50% arms embargo 50%

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Very Negative

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90%

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Spain

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