Spain & Benjamin Netanyahu
45 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
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Spain: Spain condemned Israel's actions, called for the release of activists, and summoned Israeli diplomats. It also called on the EU to sanction Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, as Prime Minister of Israel, instructed the deportation of activists and rebuked Itamar Ben-Gvir for his provocative actions, attempting to manage the international backlash while defending Israel's right to maintain the blockade.
May 18, 2026 · 347 articles
International
Spain: Spain, through its Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has been a vocal critic of the United States and Israel's military actions and has called for the European Union to suspend its association agreement with Israel.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, is criticized by Pedro Sánchez for his 'contempt for life and international law' in the context of Israel's military actions.
Apr 09, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares reported that four of its 44 activists received medical treatment for injuries. There were also protests in Bilbao condemning the Basque police's treatment of returning activists.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, issued a rare public reprimand of Itamar Ben-Gvir's actions, calling them 'not in line with Israel's values', but supported the decision to intercept the flotilla.
May 11, 2026 · 183 articles
International
Spain: Spain faces potential US trade embargo due to its refusal to increase defense spending and support Iran operations.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Netanyahu opposes F-35 sales to Turkey; his meeting with Hegseth is canceled.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
Spain: Spain condemned the sanctions as a flagrant attack on the ICC's independence, supporting the court's role.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Netanyahu is subject to an ICC arrest warrant, which is a factor in the US sanctions. The sanctions may provide him some political cover.
Jul 13, 2026 · 277 articles
International
Spain: Spain was criticized by Trump for not meeting defense spending targets and for its stance on Iran.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Netanyahu urged Trump not to sell F-35s to Turkey, citing security concerns for Israel.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
Spain: Spain is hosting Pope Leo XVI, who is addressing issues like clergy abuse and honoring cultural landmarks, highlighting the country's religious landscape.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu is at odds with Donald Trump over the war with Iran and Hezbollah, and has hinted at a pause in fighting while remaining ready for retaliation.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
International
Spain: Spain is mentioned as one of the other countries that have previously banned Israeli ministers, indicating a broader international trend of sanctions.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu's government is facing anger from Western countries due to its policies of expanding settlements in the West Bank, which are seen as undermining a Palestinian state.
Jun 06, 2026 · 64 articles
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Spain: Spanish police searched the headquarters of the ruling Spanish Socialist Workers' Party as part of a corruption investigation.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed wider control of the Gaza Strip after Israeli strikes killed 10 Palestinians.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
International
Spain: Spain is a participating donor in the Team Gaza Initiative and advocates for forceful EU action on settlements.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Netanyahu opposes Palestinian statehood and maintains Israeli control over Gaza buffer zones, complicating recovery.
Jul 13, 2026 · 43 articles
International
Spain: Spain has also banned Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich from entry, joining other European countries in their condemnation of the Israeli ministers' behavior.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing coalition government is impacted by the international condemnation and travel bans imposed on key ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, reflecting negatively on his administration's international standing.
Jun 05, 2026 · 26 articles
International
Spain: Donald Trump threatened to withdraw US troops from Spain due to its perceived lack of support for US-Israeli operations against Iran.
Benjamin Netanyahu: As the Prime Minister of Israel>>>, Benjamin Netanyahu>>> is an ally of Donald Trump>>> and has been involved in the war aims against Iran>>> and operations in Lebanon>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
Spain: Spain has been called 'unfriendly' by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut all trade with the country after it refused to allow its military bases to be used by the U.S. during the conflict.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, defended the decision to attack Iran and claimed Iran was rebuilding new sites for atomic bombs, without providing evidence.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Spain: Donald Trump threatened to withdraw US troops from Spain due to its perceived lack of support for US-Israeli operations against Iran.
Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu>>>, Prime Minister of Israel>>>, vowed to 'crush' Hezbollah>>>, indicating Israel>>>'s aggressive stance in the regional conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Spain: Spain is one of the world leaders who signed a joint statement welcoming the ceasefire and encouraging a negotiated settlement.
Apr 07, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Spain: Spain, as part of a joint statement by world leaders, welcomed the ceasefire and encouraged diplomatic efforts for a lasting peace and energy security.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Spain: Spain had already recognized Palestine in May, demonstrating early European support for statehood.
Sep 22, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Spain: Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, commented on the ceasefire, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and peace.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
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