Barcelona: Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has delivered a sharp criticism of former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing them of fueling global instability by escalating the conflict with Iran.
In remarks that quickly drew international attention, Sánchez said the policies pursued by Trump and Netanyahu had contributed to spreading chaos across the world. He argued that leaders who push the world toward war cannot later shift the blame onto others for the consequences of the turmoil.
“Trump and Netanyahu have started a war with Iran and spread chaos across the world,” Sánchez said, according to remarks circulating in international media.
“You cannot support people who set the world on fire and then blame others for the smoke rising from that fire.”
The Spanish prime minister’s statement comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, where the confrontation between Iran and Israel, alongside the involvement of the United States, has raised fears of a broader regional conflict.
Several countries have expressed concern that further escalation could destabilize not only the Middle East but also global security and economic stability.
Sánchez’s criticism reflects growing unease among European leaders regarding the possibility of an expanded conflict involving major regional and global powers.
European governments have repeatedly called for restraint and diplomatic engagement to prevent the crisis from spiraling into a wider war.
Spain has traditionally supported diplomatic solutions and multilateral approaches to resolving international disputes. The government in Madrid has consistently emphasized the importance of dialogue, international law, and cooperation through global institutions to manage crises in volatile regions.
The latest comments from Sánchez are likely to intensify debate across Europe and beyond about the role of major powers in the unfolding Middle East crisis.
As tensions continue to rise, world leaders face increasing pressure to prevent further escalation and seek diplomatic pathways that could reduce the risk of a larger conflict.