"We are not going to be complicit in something that is bad for the world and is also contrary to our values and interests, just out of fear of reprisals from someone. In short, the position of the government of Spain can be summarized in four words: No to the war."
"Sánchez has called the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran an unjustifiable and dangerous military intervention, expressing concern that the attacks could lead to another costly military quagmire in the Middle East, similar to the past American interventions in Iraq and Afghanistan."
"We stand in full solidarity with all member states and all its citizens and, through our common trade policy, stand ready to act if necessary to safeguard EU interests, said European Commission spokesperson Olof Gill in response to trade tensions."
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez criticized U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran, refusing to permit American use of Spanish military bases for these operations despite Trump's threat to end trade with Spain. Sánchez declared Spain will not be complicit in actions contrary to its values and interests out of fear of retaliation. He characterized the attacks as unjustifiable and dangerous, warning they risk creating another costly Middle East conflict similar to Iraq and Afghanistan. The EU expressed solidarity with Spain and readiness to protect its interests through common trade policy. Trump claimed the U.S. could use Spanish bases regardless, referencing installations in Rota and Morón.
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