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With a convulsive situation in the Civil Guard, faced with the Interior Ministry, and with accusations from a partner of the Government, United We Can, raising suspicions about a possible "insubordination of the army" or a "rebellion". This is how the festival of San Fernando , the Day of the Armed Forces , has been celebrated . A different, strange day, without the traditional parade in a Spanish city and by telematic means. The King and Defense Minister Margarita Robles have held a video conference with the military who are participating in different operations. In this context, Felipe VI wanted to highlight "the deep identification of the Spanish people with their Armed Forces, which, in this situation, has felt them as their own and at their side more than ever."

The King, who corresponds to the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces, has wanted to present himself as a "companion" and has defined this appointment as "desired" by him. During this coronavirus crisis, Felipe VI has maintained intense contact with the Armed Forces, to learn about their work and their needs. For example, he moved to the Operations Command at the Retamares Base in Pozuelo de Alarcón , Madrid, from where the Chief of the Defense General Staff (JEMAD), General Miguel Ángel Villarroya , directed operational planning, conduction and monitoring of the military operations involved in the fight against Covid-19.

In a week where the focus has been placed on the Armed Forces, placing them in the midst of political confrontation, the King wanted to highlight his work and what they mean for the whole of society. In his speech, he highlighted his "commitment to society that you have exercised with professionalism and efficiency, with respect and humanity, and that will remain an example and a source of pride for all Spaniards".

The King, during the minute of silence.CASA DEL REY

Faced with the suspicions launched by the leaders of United We Can, the King has opposed his "recognition for your permanent vocation to serve Spain. Sentiment that I share with all Spanish citizens. Let me thank you in his name for being always ready and dedicated to that service ".

"The men and women of the Armies of Earth and Air , of the Navy , of the Common Corps and the Civil Guard , demonstrated, once again, your capacity, preparation and availability, as well as the values ​​and virtues that distinguish and carry you as a currency, always with the firm desire to 'be used on the occasions of greatest risk and fatigue' as our Royal Ordinances say, "said the Monarch, who wore a mask.

At the beginning of the act, a minute of silence was observed for the deceased. "These days are precisely mourning national mourning, for the thousands of victims that the pandemic has taken from us and the enormous pain and sadness it has caused in so many Spanish families, among which, as you know, there are some of our deceased companions I know well that the FAS also on our special Day join all our compatriots to remember and honor with deep respect the victims of Covid-19. "

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