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Spain says it has closed its airspace to US planes involved in Iran war
Spain bans US military flights linked to Iran strikes, citing illegality and refusing logistical support while allowing emergency exceptions, complicating US operations, officials said.
- Spain has closed its airspace to U.S. planes involved in attacks on Iran, expanding its earlier refusal to allow use of jointly-operated military bases, according to Spanish newspaper El Pais citing military sources.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez opposes the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, calling them reckless and illegal.
- U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to cut trade with Spain due to Madrid denying U.S. use of its bases in the conflict.
- Spain's Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo stated the decision reflects Spain's refusal to contribute to a war initiated unilaterally and against international law.
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Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in attacks on Iran
Spain's airspace is now closed to U.S. planes involved in attacks on Iran, a step beyond its previous denial of use of jointly-operated military bases. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has become one of the most vocal critics of the US and Israeli attacks in Iran, describing them as reckless and illegal.
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Spain Closes Airspace to U.S. Military Flights Amid Rising Tensions with Iran
Spain has officially closed its airspace to U.S. military aircraft involved in operations related to the ongoing conflict in Iran, marking a significant shift in European support amid escalating tensions. The decision, announced by Spanish authorities, restricts American planes engaged in Iran-related military actions from using Spanish airports and air routes. This move highlights growing [...]
Following its refusal to use a U.S. base for operations against Iran, the Spanish government denied U.S. military aircraft entry into its airspace. As Spain repeatedly blocked U.S. military operations, U.S. Secretary of State Marc Rubio expressed "deep disappointment" and hinted that the country would review its relationship with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) following the war.
Spain has further strengthened its opposition to the US-Israeli war against Iran by closing its airspace to US aircraft taking part in the strikes, further underlining its position as the leading European opponent of the conflict.
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