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Spain to Trump
Spain’s foreign minister, José Manuel Albares, defends Madrid’s refusal to allow U.S. air strikes from Spanish bases over Iran, framing it as adherence to international law and Spain’s values. Key points: - Spain declined U.S. access to Morón and Rota bases for Iran strikes, prompting U.S. threats of trade measures, troop withdrawals, and NATO implications. - Albares emphasizes Spain’s commitment to international law and the UN Charter, and calls the move a unilateral war no
2026-05-24Sánchez Rejects US NATO Suspension Claims
Spain’s stance on NATO and US pressure - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez dismissed a leaked Pentagon email that allegedly proposed suspending Spain from NATO over its stance on Iran. - Sánchez affirmed Spain’s commitment to allied obligations “within the framework of international law,” and said Spain is cooperating with NATO. - The article notes Spain’s reputation as a NATO defense spending laggard and vocal opponent of the Iran war, including a prior ban on U.S. warpla
2026-05-24Spain's Conservatives Lose Majority in Andalu
Summary: - In Andalusia, the conservative People’s Party (PP) won the most seats but lost its majority in the 109-seat regional parliament, now likely needing support from the far-right Vox to form a government. - PP leader Juanma Moreno, a moderate, acknowledged the reduced majority; the result challenges his bid for a centrist national leadership ahead of Spain’s 2027 general election. - The Socialist Party (PSOE) also performed poorly, securing its worst Andalusian result
2026-05-24Spain Rejects US Military Action on Iran
Spain remains against U.S.-led military action on Iran, choosing a diplomatic, de-escalatory path instead of joining France, Germany, and the UK in potential “proportionate defensive action.” Foreign Minister Albares emphasizes Europe’s balance, adherence to international law, and negotiation rather than unilateral force. Spain condemns Iran’s attacks and supports Cyprus, while summoning Iran’s ambassador. The Pentagon withdrew several US tanker aircraft from Spanish bases as
2026-05-24‘We say no to war’
Spain resists U.S. pressure amid Iran tensions: Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez vows Spain will not join or support an American-Israeli war against Iran, stating that Madrid will not sacrifice its values or international-law stance out of fear. EU leaders, including Teresa Ribera, echo a commitment to unity and legal norms. In response to Spain’s refusal to let joint bases be used for action against Iran, Donald Trump threatened to cut trade and impose an embargo, prompting dome
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