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Barcelona Cuts Ties with Israel Amid Gaza Crisis

6/1/2025

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Barcelona City Council has taken a bold step by cutting ties with Israel, ending a friendship agreement that has stood since 1998. This decision, championed by leftist parties, is rooted in deep concerns over humanitarian crises in Gaza. Mayor Jaume Collboni passionately called for an immediate ceasefire and arms embargo, highlighting the urgent need to address the suffering in the region.

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Barcelona City Council has taken a bold step by cutting ties with Israel, ending a friendship agreement that has stood since 1998. This decision, championed by leftist parties, is rooted in deep concerns over humanitarian crises in Gaza. Mayor Jaume Collboni passionately called for an immediate ceasefire and arms embargo, highlighting the urgent need to address the suffering in the region.