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What significant stances on international affairs has Sánchez taken?

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Sánchez condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and authorized Spanish military support for Ukraine. In May 2024 his government recognized Palestine as a state. At the same time he upheld Spain’s policy of nonrecognition of Kosovo. He has also expressed strong support for the European Union and cross-border integration. He calls himself “a militant pro-European.”