In this episode of El podcast de Francisco Marhuenda, the host launches a direct accusation against Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, labeling him as antisemitic. Marhuenda begins by stating that Sánchez has abandoned false equidistance to reveal a populist, radical, and anti-Semitic face. He provides historical context, noting that hatred of Jewish people in Spain dates back to antiquity and continues under what he terms 'Sanchismo'. The host discusses the Roman occupation's impact on Jewish independence and the subsequent diaspora. Marhuenda then critiques Christianity, calling its persecution of Jews one of its darkest aspects, despite being founded by a devout Jew. He emphasizes that the Church, as a work of God, has sometimes been led by unworthy men. Returning to Sánchez, Marhuenda asserts that the prime minister does not want peace in the Middle East but rather the defeat of Israel, leading him to demand that the European Union break relations with Israel. The host links Sánchez to authoritarian leaders in Latin America and dictatorships like Iran, noting hypocrisy in criticizing Iran's repression without breaking relations. Marhuenda argues that Sánchez's simplistic view of the Middle East reflects a disturbing anti-Semitism characteristic of part of the Spanish left. He mentions that this issue goes beyond the current conflict with Netanyahu's coalition and notes that almost 22 percent of Israeli citizens are Palestinian. The episode concludes with Marhuenda observing that the majority of Israelis likely see Spain as a hostile country due to Sánchez's actions, expressing sadness at this return to past animosities. The format is a solo monologue delivered in an opinionated tone, focusing on political commentary and historical analysis.
