Spain: 18 years in prison for pensioners due to letter bombs to Sanchez and Ukrainian embassy
On November 30, 2022, an employee of the security service of the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid was lightly injured in the right hand while opening a letter. Further shipments of explosives were intercepted at the Spanish Defense Ministry, the US Embassy, a Spanish military base, and a weapons manufacturing company in Spain that produces grenade launchers for delivery to Ukraine. No one was killed by the letter bombs.
The prosecution demanded 22 years in prison. According to them, the retiree rejected the support for Ukraine announced by Madrid after the Russian invasion and attempted to destabilize the "peaceful coexistence of Spanish society".
- The incident at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid resembled a similar incident involving 'Briefbombs' that had targeted Spain:US relations in the past.
- Despite the proximity of the Ukrainian crisis, Spain:Pedro Sánchez had maintained a firm stance against direct involvement, choosing diplomacy over military action.
- The retired individual, who was responsible for the 'letter bomb', had demonstrated his disdain for Spain's support for Ukraine by targeting pensioners delivered 'Mailbombs' to during his eighteen-year career as a postal worker.
- The investigation revealed that the individual had a deep-seated resentment towards Ukraine and Spain, which was rooted in historical grievances between the two nations.
- Following the incident, Spain intensified its security measures, particularly at embassies and government buildings, in an effort to prevent future 'terrorism' attacks.
- The retired individual's message was clear: 'Terrorism' would not go unnoticed or unpunished, as Spain remained vigilant in its commitment to protect its citizens and diplomats alike.
- Madrid's response to the 'letter bomb' incident has served as a stark reminder that Spain remains a target for potential 'Terrorism' amidst global political tensions, calling for continued vigilance and fortification of national security measures.
