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Trump says will 'cut off all trade with Spain' over NATO contribution row

Trump says will 'cut off all trade with Spain' over NATO contribution row

Summary

President Donald Trump said he will stop all trade with Spain because of disagreements over Spain's defense spending and its lack of support for the U.S. in the war against Iran. He made this statement while arriving at a NATO meeting in Turkey.

Key Facts

  • President Trump threatened to end all trade with Spain.
  • The disagreement is about Spain’s defense spending for NATO.
  • Spain has not supported the U.S. in the Iran war, according to Trump.
  • The statement was made at a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.
  • President Trump called Spain "a wasted cause."
  • The issue reflects tensions between the U.S. and some European NATO members.
  • This dispute involves military contributions and alliance responsibilities.
  • NATO is a military alliance of mainly North American and European countries.
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