Ayuso supports Israel's military actions amid the crisis in Gaza and Lebanon.

In a public event held in Madrid, the President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, expressed her firm support for Israel's military actions in Gaza and Lebanon, in a context marked by escalating violence in the region. Just one day before the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks, Ayuso stated that it is unrealistic to demand that Israel stop groups like Hamas or Hezbollah with "flowers," suggesting that military response is the only viable option against terrorism.

The conservative leader emphasized Israel's right to defend itself, despite the severe humanitarian repercussions caused by its bombings, which have resulted in over 42,000 deaths, including a significant number of women and children. Ayuso stated that, unlike the suffering endured by civilians, it is "perverse and unjust" to ask Israel to allow itself to be annihilated without responding to provocations.

In her speech, Ayuso posed a series of rhetorical questions aimed at putting the situation into perspective. "Would anyone understand if women were kidnapped, raped, and tortured in Spain, and then we were asked to do nothing?" she questioned, reaffirming her stance that active defense against terrorism is a necessity, not an option.

The president called for recognition of the siege that Israel is under, asserting that this country is a victim of daily attacks. In this regard, she praised the defense system known as the "Iron Dome," which, according to her, has saved lives and prevented greater tragedies. "Asking Israel not to defend itself is foolish," she insisted, highlighting the importance of national security in a context of constant threats.

Ayuso's support for Israel is not new; her position has been evident on multiple occasions, including an official trip to Jerusalem and her participation in Holocaust commemorative events. In this context, she also criticized the rectors of Madrid universities for their pro-Gaza stances, accusing them of being foolish and unjust in calling for the recognition of the Palestinian state by the Spanish government.

During the event, Ayuso referred to the anniversary of the October 7 attack as a "sad and concerning moment" for the Jewish community. From her perspective, these events not only attack Israel, but also represent a threat to the stability of the entire Mediterranean region and, by extension, to the West. "Behind the State of Israel stands the West," she stated, highlighting the interconnection between Israeli security and that of Western democracies.

Ayuso also drew a parallel between the situation in Israel and the political scenario in Spain, suggesting that the institutional deterioration in the country is concerning and that the Spanish democratic system is under attack. "Israeli democracy has had its own internal controversies, but in Spain, we are experiencing an attempt to colonize the rule of law," she opined, insinuating that the democratic challenges in Spain are more severe than those faced by Israel.

Finally, the Madrid president made it clear that her position is one of unconditional support for Israel, regardless of the complexity of the conflict. Her statements have been met with mixed reactions, with many questioning the omission of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza from her speech. While Ayuso defends her approach, the debate on how to address violence in the region and the situation of human rights continues to polarize public opinion both nationally and internationally.