Government of Pedro Sánchez expands restrictions and prevents US military aircraft from passing through the country
Spain has closed its airspace to US planes involved in attacks on Iran, a step beyond the previous denial of the use of jointly operated military bases, said Defense Minister Margarita Robles this Monday (30 March 2026).
“We do not authorize either the use of military bases or the use of airspace for actions related to the war in Iran”she told reporters in Madrid.
The Spanish newspaper published the news for the first time this Monday (30 March), citing military sources.
The airspace closure forces military planes to bypass North Atlantic Treaty Organization member Spain on their way to their targets in the Middle East, but does not include emergency situations, the official added. The Country.
“This measure is part of the decision already taken by the Spanish government not to participate in or contribute to a war initiated unilaterally and against international law”said Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo in an interview with Radio Cadena Ser, when asked if the decision to close Spanish airspace could worsen relations with the United States.
The Prime Minister of Spain, (Psoe, left), has been one of the most vocal opponents of the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, describing them as reckless and illegal.
US President Donald Trump (Republican Party) threatened to cut off trade with Madrid for denying the US the use of Spanish bases in the war.
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