Pro-Palestinian Protests Disrupt Vuelta a Espana and Madrid Events
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Tensions between Spain and Israel escalated as pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted the final stage of the Vuelta a España, leading to its premature end. Israeli officials accused Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of inciting the protests, which were linked to broader diplomatic tensions following Spain's recognition of Palestinian statehood and recent measures against Israel. The protests drew large crowds in Madrid, with mixed political reactions and clashes with police.
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