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The Day · Friday 12 December 2025

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Spanish PM Calls for Accountability for Gaza Genocide Amid Ceasefire Suffering

The Spanish Prime Minister has stated that those responsible for the genocide in Gaza must be held accountable. His remarks come as suffering continues despite the announcement of a ceasefire. The statement reflects concern over ongoing conditions in Gaza and underlines demands for justice amid widespread devastation.

MADRID, SPAIN – DECEMBER 10: Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (R) welcomes the President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas (L) at the Palacio de la Moncloa during his official visit in Madrid, Spain on December 10, 2025. ( Diego Radames – Anadolu Agency )

The Spanish Prime Minister stated that those responsible for the Gaza genocide must be held accountable, affirming this position amid continued suffering even under a ceasefire. His words came as calls grow louder for justice and redress in the face of widespread devastation in Gaza.

The Prime Minister’s remarks echo the sentiment that accountability remains essential, even during periods of truce. The suffering endured by Gaza’s population, despite the ceasefire, highlights the unresolved consequences of previous assaults and the enduring impact on civilians.

In his statement, the Prime Minister emphasized that those who carried out acts constituting genocide must not escape justice. The responsibility for such aggression, he indicated, ought to be pursued through legitimate channels to ensure that the victims do not remain without redress.

Meanwhile, the situation in Gaza remains dire, according to the Prime Minister’s message, as suffering persists despite the declared cessation of hostilities. The ceasefire, while halting overt military actions, has not brought an end to humanitarian struggles or alleviated the conditions faced by those in the besieged region.

The Prime Minister’s choice to use the term ‘genocide’ signals a significant stance. The use of such language underscores the gravity of the situation and supports growing international attention on alleged crimes committed in Gaza. The call for accountability represents a political signal from Madrid that impunity cannot be allowed to prevail.

In addition, by drawing attention to the continued suffering under a ceasefire, the Spanish leader points to the limitations of temporary truces that do not address the underlying causes of the conflict or provide comprehensive relief to the affected population. The concern highlighted is clear—humanitarian suffering cannot simply be paused; it must be addressed and remedied through justice and international action.

The Prime Minister’s comments were delivered at a time when global discourse continues to evaluate responses to events in Gaza and seek avenues for redress. From Madrid’s perspective, the message is firm: those who have committed acts against humanity, as implied by the term genocide, must face due consequence, irrespective of current military pauses.

This statement by the Spanish Prime Minister places further pressure on international institutions and actors to move beyond statements and towards accountability mechanisms. It also resonates with communities and movements focused on resistance, justice, and the protection of civilian lives in occupied and besieged territories.

The situation in Gaza, as described by the Spanish Prime Minister, is a stark reminder that ceasefires do not equate to peace when justice remains deferred. Holding those responsible for acts of mass violence accountable is a necessary step towards breaking cycles of impunity and restoring dignity to those affected by war and occupation.

12 Dec, 11:50

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