Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated "No to war" after US President Donald Trump threatened to cut all trade with Spain for refusing US planes access to its bases for potential attacks on Iran. French President Emmanuel Macron called Sanchez to express solidarity against the economic coercion.
Key points
- Trump called Spain a "terrible" ally after the refusal, which also involved criticism over Spain's defense spending pledge.
- Sanchez affirmed Spain would not be complicit in actions harmful to the world or contrary to its values.
- US forces utilize the Rota naval base and Moron air base in Spain.
- Macron's office confirmed France's European solidarity in response to the threats of economic coercion targeting Spain.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights significant transatlantic tension regarding the US military operation against Iran, with a key European ally refusing support and receiving backing from another major European power.
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