Spain and France reject Gaza ethnic cleansing, reaffirm Palestinian rights

Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares expressed strong opposition to the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, affirming, “Gaza is the land of Gazan Palestinians and they must stay in Gaza.”

He emphasised that Gaza is integral to the future Palestinian state, which Spain supports, and must coexist alongside Israel in a way that ensures the safety and prosperity of both states, reported Reuters.

A spokesperson for France’s foreign ministry echoed this stance, stressing that any attempt to forcibly displace Gaza’s population would violate international law and undermine Palestinian rights.

The statement also warned that such a move would destabilise the region, negatively impacting Egypt, Jordan, and neighbouring countries, and posed a significant threat to the viability of a two-state solution.