Summary
Spain has stopped United States planes involved in the US-Israel conflict with Iran from using its airspace. This action is part of Spain's strong opposition to the war. The decision was confirmed by Spain's Defense Minister, and the Spanish government also denied the US the use of its military bases for the conflict.
Key Facts
- Spain closed its airspace to US planes involved in the US-Israel-Iran conflict.
- Defense Minister Margarita Robles confirmed the closure.
- Spain had previously denied the US use of shared military bases for the war.
- President Trump threatened to stop trade with Spain over these actions.
- Spain's Prime Minister called the war "unjustifiable" and "dangerous."
- Spain is one of the strongest European voices against the conflict.
- The Spanish parliament also imposed a permanent arms embargo on Israel.
