Spain's PM Sánchez calls for Israel to be banned from sports events
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Speaking to members of his Socialist Party, Sánchez said Israel, like Russia, should not be allowed to compete in international sports events because of its military campaign in Gaza.
Breakdown
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for Israel to be banned from international sporting events.
- Sánchez compared Israel's potential exclusion to Russia's ban from competitions. 24s
- The statement follows pro-Palestine protests that disrupted the Vuelta cycling race in Spain. 59s
- Protesters opposed the participation of an Israeli team due to Israel's actions in Gaza. 1m 31s
- Sánchez expressed support for the protesters and emphasized supporting just causes like Palestine. 1m 43s
