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Sánchez backs Yamal after Israeli defense minister backlash
Filed: May 15, 2026 at 3:07 AM ET
Summary: Spain's Sánchez supported footballer Lamine Yamal after Israel's defense minister reacted to a Palestinian flag at celebrations.
WHO: Pedro Sánchez
WHAT: Pedro Sánchez backed Barcelona football star Lamine Yamal following a furious response from Israel's defense minister over a Palestinian flag during celebrations.
WHEN: May 15, 2026 at 2:55 AM ET
WHERE: Spain
WHY: Sánchez reacted to the Israeli defense minister's furious response to Yamal waving a Palestinian flag during celebrations.
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