Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced his intention to recognize Palestinian statehood by the end of his term in 2027, according to AFP. Sanchez explained that this decision is motivated by a moral certainty that it is the right thing to do, as well as a belief that it is the only path for both Israel and Palestine to coexist in peace and security. He made this declaration during a visit to Tel Aviv in November, where he expressed deep concern about the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip, which is a part of Israeli territory. In response to Sanchez’s announcement, the Spanish ambassador to Israel was summoned to the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs.