Hawzah News Agency- The move follows earlier restrictions on the use of jointly operated military bases in southern Spain, signalling a broader refusal to support operations linked to the Iran war.
The move follows earlier restrictions on the use of jointly operated military bases in southern Spain, signalling a broader refusal to support operations linked to the Iran war.
Robles made clear that the restriction applies to all U.S. military activities connected to the Iran conflict.
“This was made perfectly clear to the American military and forces from the very beginning. Therefore, neither the bases are authorised, nor, of course, is the use of Spanish airspace authorised for any actions related to the war in Iran'', she said.
President Donald Trump has criticized European allies for what he sees as insufficient support, singling out Spain for its opposition.
A White House spokesperson suggested Spain had agreed to assist U.S. operations, but Spanish leaders quickly rejected that claim.
Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares dismissed the assertion outright. “I can refute (the White House spokesperson)'', Albares told Spanish radio station Cadena Ser. “The position of the Spanish government regarding the war in the Middle East, the bombing of Iran and the use of our bases has not changed one iota''.
Prime Minister Sánchez has framed the issue in broader terms, saying Spain would not “be complicit in something that is bad for the world''.
Source: 5 PILLARS
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