The situation in Spain is not easy at the moment, and this is well known by King Felipe, the rest of the royal family, and thousands of Spaniards who are dealing with the pain caused by a recent tragedy.
Heavy storms have left a devastating mark on the east of the country, causing floods that have sadly left more than 100 dead.
In the midst of this crisis, King Felipe has returned to public life to fulfill his royal duties.
He recently participated in the Meeting of Ibero-American Cities, where he made a remarkable effort to contain his emotion as he paid tribute to the victims of this natural catastrophe.
His presence at the event and his words made it clear that the impact of what happened is profound.
What did King Felipe say about the tragedy in Spain?
Referring to the storms, the monarch showed his concern and sadness.
‘Devastated by the latest news. Our deepest condolences to the families and relatives of the more than 50 deceased,’ was the first message that, along with Queen Letizia, he shared on social media as soon as he learned of the extent of the tragedy.
He was not a distant king, but a man concerned about the pain of his people.
In his last appearance, Felipe VI was more emotional than ever. During his speech, he dedicated a special moment to the flood victims, and his tone was evidently different.
With his head down and a lump in his throat, he tried to read the prepared lines, but emotions overcame him on several occasions.
‘I know that this intervention was not initially planned, but I wanted to take the opportunity to again express our desolation and dismay at the disaster in so many places in our country,’ he began, showing his commitment and closeness to those who were suffering.
He went on to maintain that ‘we all join in this shared grief,’ advocating unity in times of crisis, which are undoubtedly essential for coping with situations such as this.
Felipe VI stressed that his support, and that of all of Spain, is with those who are going through these difficult times.
‘They have all our support and encouragement,’ he emphasized, thanking the emergency services for their tireless efforts.
With these words, the king not only showed his empathy for the victims and their families, but also reaffirmed his role as a sensitive leader connected to the feelings of the Spanish people.