The Spanish Federation for Mountain and Climbing Sports (FEDME) approves a request to open a debate on Israel’s participation in international competitions
December 13th, 2025
On December 13th, 2025, during its General Assembly, the Spanish Federation for Mountain and Climbing Sports (FEDME) approved a proposal to request that the international federation World Climbing (formerly IFSC) open a debate regarding the participation of Israel in international climbing competitions.
The proposal was approved by the Assembly with 26 votes in favour, 7 against, and 9 abstentions. The decision reflects a willingness to address ethical responsibilities within international sport and to engage in discussion at the international federation level.
The Spanish Federation for Mountain and Climbing Sports (FEDME) approves a request to open a debate on Israel’s participation in international competitions
September 2nd, 2025
On August 21st, 2025, The Navarre Mountaineering and Climbing Federation has issued a statement: “expressing its support for the march against the genocide in Palestine, which will take place from September 10 to 20, 2025, from Tudela to Hendaia. As part of the march, there will be a mountain day, and the federation will provide a bus from Pamplona to Elzaburu and from Santesteban back to Pamplona. In addition, the federation encourages clubs to take a stand on this issue, which goes beyond sports but directly touches the heart of humanity.”
On September 2nd, 2025, it has published a video in solidarity with the Palestinian struggle: “From the Navarre Mountaineering and Climbing Federation, we raise our voice and join in solidarity with Palestine. There is no peace without justice, free Palestine. The Palestinian people have the right to live in peace and with dignity; we condemn the occupation and the violence against Palestine. Long live a free Palestine.”