On May 28, Spain Recognizes Palestinian State with East Jerusalem as Capital

May 28, 2024, 07:04 AM

On May 28, Spain officially announced its recognition of the state of Palestine, including the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, with East Jerusalem as its capital. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez made the announcement at the Moncloa Palace, emphasizing that Spain will not recognize any changes to the 1967 borders unless agreed upon by both Israel and the Palestinians. This recognition aligns with the Palestinian National Authority's governance over the unified territories.