Spanish PM wants Israel banned from international sports events after chaos at cycling race

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday reiterated his "deep admiration" for pro-Palestinian protesters who forced the abandonment of the Vuelta's final stage. However, the head of Spain's premier cycling race delivered a stern rebuke, calling the chaotic scenes "absolutely unacceptable". FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell reports.

Sep 16, 2025 - 09:01
Spanish PM wants Israel banned from international sports events after chaos at cycling race
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday reiterated his "deep admiration" for pro-Palestinian protesters who forced the abandonment of the Vuelta's final stage. However, the head of Spain's premier cycling race delivered a stern rebuke, calling the chaotic scenes "absolutely unacceptable". FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell reports.