Spain's Pedro Sánchez hits back at Trump threat to sever trade saying 'no to war'

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete March 4, 2026 at 11:40 AM

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez responded to Donald Trump's threat to end trade with Spain by reaffirming his opposition to war and defending international law. Trump's threat came after Spain refused to allow the US to use jointly-run military bases for potential strikes on Iran. Trump also criticized Spain's defense spending and its stance on Venezuela. Sánchez stated that Spain's position is comparable to its stance on Ukraine and Gaza, emphasizing a commitment to peace and international legality. Sánchez also mentioned the government was studying economic measures to counter the impact of the conflict on Spaniards.

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Spain

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