Pedro Sánchez & Santiago Abascal

Pedro Sánchez: Spanish PM; faced domestic and EU criticism, defended his migration policy.

Santiago Abascal: Vox leader; called it an 'invasion', opposed aid to migrants.

Pedro Sánchez: Pedro Sánchez, Spain's Prime Minister, is navigating a delicate political period marked by corruption scandals and polarization. He has found common ground with Pope Leo XVI on issues like immigration and opposition to certain international conflicts, praising the Pope as a 'moral compass'.

Santiago Abascal: Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, attended Pope Leo XVI's speech and represents the anti-immigration sentiment in Spain. His presence underscores the political tensions surrounding the Pope's visit.

Pedro Sánchez: Prime Minister whose brother's conviction adds to political pressure; he dismisses the case as politically motivated.

Santiago Abascal: Leader of Vox; called the Socialist Party a 'mafia'.

Pedro Sánchez: Sanchez downplayed Trump's trade threat and maintained Spain's stance on defense spending and Iran.

Santiago Abascal: Abascal blamed Sanchez for tensions with the US.

Santiago Abascal: Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, criticized Pedro Sánchez's immigration policy, echoing racist conspiracy theories.