Argentinian President's Insult Sparks Diplomatic Clash with Spain, Ambassador Recalled
May 19, 2024
Argentinian President Javier Milei made derogatory comments about Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's wife, Begoña Gómez, calling her corrupt.
These comments were made during a meeting with right-wing parties in Madrid.
The Spanish government responded by recalling its ambassador from Buenos Aires and demanding a public apology from Milei.
Milei also refused to meet with King Felipe and Prime Minister Sánchez.
Milei's speech received support from international right-wing figures but triggered protests in Madrid against the ultra-right gathering.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez denounced the meeting as an attack on feminist and social justice principles.
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell criticized the attacks on politicians' family members, stressing the need for respectful discourse in international relations.
Milei's actions have faced widespread criticism in Spain, raising concerns about the potential impact on diplomatic ties between Argentina and Spain.
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