Abascal responds to Sánchez, stating he cannot proceed out in public as he “does not defend national interest”
Santiago Abascal, leader of Vox, responded on Saturday, March 8, 2026, to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, who accused him of “hypocrisy” regarding the conflict in Iran. Abascal stated he “cannot go out in public because everyone knows he does not defend the national interest” and is solely focused on maintaining power.
The exchange began after Sánchez, during a campaign event, accused both Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the PP and Abascal of hypocrisy concerning the situation in Iran. Sánchez stated, “Feijóo will not pay the gas bills for households in Soria, nor will Abascal pay for the gasoline for tractors in León,” referencing regional economic concerns during the campaign for the Castilla y León elections.
Sánchez added that both parties should “be patient,” asserting, “the elections will be in 2027 and we will win again.” He further stated that “saying ‘no to war’ is saying ‘yes to peace,’ but even that is not enough… ‘no to war’ is a ‘yes’ to our companies, our workers, our self-employed, our countryside…”
The public disagreement between the Prime Minister and the Vox leader highlights the increasingly polarized political landscape in Spain, particularly as the country approaches future elections. The comments underscore differing priorities regarding international affairs and domestic economic policy, potentially influencing voter sentiment in upcoming polls.
