Diplomatic Tensions Escalate as Spain's PM Sanchez Engages with Israeli Cabinet Minister

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez spoke with Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz in an attempt to ease tensions between the two countries after Sanchez's comments criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza. Israel had recalled its ambassador to Spain for consultations following Sanchez's remarks, which were deemed "outrageous" by Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen. Sanchez reiterated that Spain considers Israel a partner and friend but emphasized the need for Israel to comply with international humanitarian law. Gantz stressed the importance of dismantling Hamas in Gaza for the sake of Israel's security and regional stability.