The European Parliament observes a minute of silence for the victims of the DANA in Spain

El European Parliament has saved this Wednesday a minute of silence in memory of the victims of the floods caused by the DANA in the east and south of Spain, especially in the Valencian Community.

At the beginning of the session, the parliamentarians observed a minute of silence at the proposal of the President of the European Parliament, Robert Metsol, who has stated that Europe “remains in shock” and “mourning” the lives of those who lost their lives in the floods in Spain.

"The European Parliament remains on Spain's side in these difficult times," said the Maltese MP in a message in Spanish, indicating that the institution will facilitate the reconstruction tasks.

Metsola has reiterated the willingness of the European Parliament to help by making the procedures as flexible as possible. financial instruments to alleviate the consequences of the catastrophe. He said that the urgent thing is to provide aid to the victims, but also to improve preparation and fight against the climate crisis.

La total number of victims The number of fatalities recorded due to the DANA and the subsequent floods that affected mainly the province of Valencia has increased to 215 deceased this Tuesday.