Actor Javier Bardem made a political statement during his presentation at the Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, saying "No to war and Free Palestine" before announcing the Best International Feature Film category.

The 57-year-old Spanish actor delivered the brief statement to the audience at the Los Angeles ceremony before proceeding with his prepared remarks for the award presentation. The audience responded with applause to his comments.

Bardem, known for films including "No Country for Old Men," was one of several presenters at this year's ceremony. His statement came as the entertainment industry continues to grapple with how to address ongoing international conflicts during high-profile award shows.

The Academy Awards ceremony, broadcast live, featured various presenters and performers throughout the evening celebrating achievements in cinema from the past year.