Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez hosted Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa in Barcelona Wednesday, as Spain expands its diplomatic relationship with Palestine. Also present were officials from Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Mustafa praised Spain, Ireland and Norway for recognizing a Palestinian state.

Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa: “This recognition strengthens our resolve to continue our struggle for a just and lasting peace. Rafah is testing the world. Let’s not fail Rafah. Let’s not fail Rafah. Let’s not fail Palestine. Long live Spain. Long live Palestine. Que viva España. Tahya Falastin. Shukran.”