Spain has officially recalled its ambassador to Israel, Ana Salomón, as a consequence of the worsening relations between the two countries due to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. This diplomatic action follows a series of tensions that escalated after comments made by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar, who accused Spain of conducting an anti-Israel and anti-Semitic campaign. This move underscores the strain in diplomatic ties, particularly as Salomón had already been called back to Madrid for consultations as early as September.

The political landscape surrounding this decision reflects Spain's position as one of Israel's sharpest critics within Europe, particularly under Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's administration. Sánchez has been vocal about accusing Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip and has imposed sanctions against the country. Furthermore, the Spanish government has expressed strong support for Palestinian rights and has recognized the statehood of Palestine, contributing to the escalating tensions that led to the diplomatic recall.

As a countermeasure, in November 2023, Israel recalled its ambassador to Spain, Rodica Radian-Gordon, for consultations, leaving the position vacant since then. This back-and-forth recalls illustrate the entrenched diplomatic conflict and may have broader implications for Spain's role within the European Union regarding Middle Eastern geopolitics and its relations with both Israel and the Palestinian territories.