Spain Commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day and 80th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation
January 26, 2025
Madrid, Spain – The Spanish government has issued a statement to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th and commemorate the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government condemned the “barbaric act of genocide” that occurred during the Holocaust and expressed its “unwavering commitment” to fighting antisemitism and all forms of intolerance.
The statement noted that the International Holocaust Remembrance Day serves as a somber reminder of the horrors committed by the Nazi regime and its collaborators and called for international cooperation to prevent such atrocities from ever happening again.
“The Holocaust was a tragedy of unimaginable proportions that shattered countless lives and left an indelible mark on humanity,” the statement read. “Today, we honor the victims and survivors of this genocide and reaffirm our determination to ensure that history is not forgotten.”
The Spanish government also highlighted the importance of education and remembrance in combating Holocaust denial and distortion. It emphasized the need to teach young generations about the dangers of hate speech and discrimination and to promote understanding and tolerance.
“Education is a powerful tool in the fight against antisemitism and all forms of intolerance,” the statement said. “By teaching our children about the Holocaust, we equip them with the knowledge and empathy to reject hatred and prejudice.”
The statement concluded by reiterating Spain’s commitment to the global fight against antisemitism and its support for Holocaust survivors and their families. It also called for increased efforts to ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are remembered and applied to prevent future genocides.
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