Spain denies US permission to use jointly operated bases to attack Iran

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sam Jones in MadridMarch 2, 2026 at 03:52 PM
Spain denies US permission to use jointly operated bases to attack Iran

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Spain has denied the United States permission to use jointly operated military bases in Rota and Morón for attacks against Iran. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government has condemned the US and Israel's "unilateral military action," citing concerns about international law and a more unstable global order. Spanish officials emphasized that the bases would only be used in accordance with existing agreements and the UN charter. While the government supports democracy for the Iranian people, it will not allow the bases to be used in ongoing military action. Flight tracking data indicates US aircraft have departed from the Spanish bases since the attacks began, with some landing in Germany. Sánchez has called for a political solution to the conflict.

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iran 90% spain 90% military bases 80% united states 80% us military action 70% military intervention 70% pedro sánchez 60% international law 60% rota and morón 50% un charter 40%

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