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Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles has reiterated Spain's commitment to NATO and unilateralism, stating that the country will not allow US use of its bases for Iran strikes without explicit permission.
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Open questions and key claims
We don’t authorise either the use of military bases or the use of airspace for actions related to the war in Iran.
All flight plans related to the war in Iran have been rejected, including refuelling flights.
Spain will not authorise the use of Morón and Rota military bases for any acts related to the war in Iran.
Defence Minister Margarita Robles confirmed the airspace closure to reporters on Monday.
The US military was meeting or surpassing all of its goals under Operation Epic Fury and does not need help from Spain.
Spain has closed its airspace to planes of the United States involved in the US-Israel war on Iran.
Spain had already said earlier this month that the US could not use jointly operated military bases in the war.
Spanish defence minister asserts Spain's right to deny US use of bases for Iran strikes.
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