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Santiago Alba Rico's New Essay Condemns Israel as 'Survival of the Worst Europe in the Middle East'

publication · 2026-09-05

Santiago Alba Rico, a philosopher hailing from Madrid and born in 1960, has released a new essay titled 'Gaza y el destino del mundo' (Gaza and the Fate of the World) through Arpa. In this work, he examines the genocide in Gaza as a critical turning point, offering profound observations about Western culture. Noted for his soft-spoken demeanor, Alba Rico challenges the West's double standards, asserting, "Israel is the work of European anti-Semitism... it should not have existed." He contends that a two-state solution is unfeasible and holds both Israelis and Europeans accountable for the current crisis. The book critiques the legacy of European history in the Middle East, framing Israel as a remnant of Europe's darkest elements amidst ongoing discussions surrounding the Gaza conflict.

Key facts

  • Santiago Alba Rico published the essay 'Gaza y el destino del mundo' with publisher Arpa.
  • Alba Rico was born in Madrid in 1960.
  • The essay reflects on the genocide in Gaza as a point of no return.
  • Alba Rico states: 'Israel is the work of European anti-Semitism and in that sense, it should not have existed.'
  • He considers the founding of Israel unjust in every sense.
  • He argues that the two-state solution is no longer possible.
  • He asserts that Israelis and Europeans are responsible for the situation.
  • The book critiques Western double morality regarding the Gaza conflict.

Entities

Artists

  • Santiago Alba Rico

Institutions

  • Arpa

Locations

  • Madrid
  • Spain
  • Israel
  • Europe
  • Middle East
  • Gaza

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