Mahmoud Abbas begins his first visit to Spain since the recognition of Palestine
epa11613520 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez (R) and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas hold a joint press conference following their meeting at La Moncloa palace in Madrid, Spain, 19 September 2024. This is Abbas' first visit to Spain since the country formally recognized a Palestinian state in May. The first Palestinian ambassador to Spain presented his credentials to Spanish King Felipe VI on 16 September. EPA/JAVIER LIZON
