Filmmaker Almodóvar Urges Spain to Sever Ties with Israel Over Gaza Conflict

Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar has publicly called on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the Spanish government to sever all diplomatic, commercial, and other relations with Israel in response to what he describes as genocide against the people of Gaza. He urged Sánchez to convince other European leaders to join Spain in imposing such measures, including an arms embargo, as part of a broader call for international solidarity with Palestine. Almodóvar, who has been actively involved in cultural campaigns supporting Gaza, also encouraged citizens to share their appeals on social media to amplify the message. This stance aligns with actions taken by the Spanish government, which recognized the State of Palestine in 2024 and condemned the situation in Gaza as genocide. The filmmaker, along with hundreds of other artists, has repeatedly condemned the conflict and criticized international silence and inaction. Spain's socialist government has been notably critical of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, reflecting a broader political and cultural push for a comprehensive embargo and diplomatic break with Israel.