Diana Morant: PSOE “leading the voice” against genocide in Palestine, says Spain’s socialist minister
- PSPV-PSOE secretary general and science minister Diana morant praised the PSOE for “leading the voice in Europe and the world” against what she called a genocide in Palestine.
- Morant spoke at the opening political-season event of Valencian socialists in Torrevieja (Alicante), calling for “Palestine free” and citing 65,000 civilian deaths as an atrocity.
- she defended large, peaceful Spanish mobilizations and sharply criticized the national and regional leaders of the Popular Party (PP), including alberto Núñez Feijóo and Carlos Mazón.
- morant said PSOE and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez are “on the right side of history” while opponents are “in the wrong place.”
Introduction
Diana Morant, secretary general of the PSPV-PSOE and Spain’s minister of Science, Innovation and Universities, used the closing speech of the Valencian socialists’ political kick-off event to affirm that the PSOE is leading the international response to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Speaking in Torrevieja (Alicante), she described the situation as a “genocide” and defended Spain’s mass, peaceful mobilizations while sharply criticizing the Popular Party (PP) and some regional leaders.
What Morant said in Torrevieja
During the event marking the start of the political season for the Valencian socialists, Morant highlighted the PSOE’s long history-“146 years of working for values and rights”-and said the party is “again on the right side of history.” key points from her speech:
- She demanded “Palestine free” and said Spain “cannot stand it anymore.”
- Morant accused the aggressors of slaughtering “65,000 civilians; not military, not terrorists,” calling the killings “denounceable and condemnable” and labeling them “a crime” and “genocide.”
- She praised Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the PSOE for “leading the voice in Europe and the world against this massacre.”
- Morant applauded the “peaceful and massive” Spanish protests, defending their humanity and values against critics.
On political opponents
Morant singled out leaders of the Popular Party, asking where national PP leader alberto Núñez Feijóo and former prime minister José María Aznar stand on Gaza. She accused them of being “heirs of wars” and unable to denounce historical abuses such as the coup d’état,the civil war or the Franco dictatorship-implying they would similarly fail to condemn foreign aggressions. She concluded: “Some of us always defend good and others are always in the wrong place.”
Regional tensions: the case of Carlos Mazón
Morant also criticized Carlos Mazón, president of the Valencian Generalitat, predicting he would remain silent on Gaza in the coming week. She recalled an earlier episode in January in which she described as “repugnant” Mazón’s comment about congratulating gaza for receiving aid-she noted that the Generalitat would receive no direct aid from the central government and said that the remark will ”haunt his conscience through history.”
Why this matters: political context and public reaction
The speech underscores a broader political divide in Spain over the conflict in Gaza and humanitarian responses. Morant’s words link the PSOE’s international stance-led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez-to domestic mobilizations and party identity, framing the debate as moral as well as political.
Key themes to follow
- Humanitarian claims and casualty figures referenced by politicians and civil society.
- How Spain’s national government and regional administrations coordinate aid and political statements.
- Domestic political fallout between PSOE and PP as the conflict continues to shape public protests and party messaging.
Quick facts (at-a-glance)
| Item | detail |
|---|---|
| Event | PSPV-PSOE political season opening in Torrevieja |
| Speaker | Diana Morant, PSPV-PSOE secretary general and minister |
| Main claim | PSOE leading European and global voice against genocide in palestine |
| Criticized | PP leaders, including Alberto Núñez feijóo and regional president Carlos Mazón |
Takeaway
- Diana Morant cast the PSOE as an international moral voice on Gaza while drawing a sharp domestic contrast with the PP.
- The remarks reinforce ongoing political polarization in Spain over foreign policy, humanitarian aid, and public demonstrations.
- expect continued debate between national and regional leaders as pressure from protests and international scrutiny grows.
Credits and sources
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