Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez responded to Argentine President Javier Milei's criticism by proudly embracing his left-wing politics. Milei had called Sánchez a "disgraceful dictator" during a visit to Madrid.
The ongoing public dispute between the leaders of Argentina and Spain highlights political divisions and diplomatic tensions between the two nations, with potential implications for bilateral relations and regional political discourse.
Argentine President Javier Milei again criticized Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez during a visit to Madrid, calling him a "disgraceful dictator" and urging for the removal of Socialists from power. Sánchez responded on social media platform X, proudly defending his left-wing stance and stating, "Yes, I am a lefty, and proud of it." He also updated his profile picture to display the slogan "Lefty and proud."
Relations between the two leaders have been strained since May 2024, when Milei accused Sánchez's wife of corruption at a rally in Madrid, leading Spain to recall its ambassador. Milei is scheduled to meet Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the president of the Madrid region and a prominent figure in the opposition People's Party. However, neither PP leader Alberto Núñez Feóo nor Vox leader Santiago Abascal will hold public meetings with Milei.
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