Spain closes airspace to US aircraft involved in Iran war
It follows a decision by the Spanish government to deny the US use of the two jointly run military bases in Andalusia.
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"We will not authorise the use of Morón and Rota [military bases] for any acts related to the war in Iran."
— Margarita Robles , Politician
"not do anything that could encourage an escalation in this war."
— José Manuel Albares , Politician
"We are a sovereign country that does not wish to take part in illegal wars."
— Pedro Sánchez , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
José Manuel Albares is the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Spain.
Margarita Robles is the Minister of Defense of Spain.
He is the Prime Minister of Spain.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
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It follows a decision by the Spanish government to deny the US use of the two jointly run military bases in Andalusia.
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