Spain Denies US Use of Military Bases for Potential Action Against Iran
Summary
Spain has denied the United States permission to use its military bases for potential military action against Iran, while the UK delayed granting US access to its base at Diego Garcia amid tensions.
Key Points
- Spain refused US use of its military bases for potential action against Iran.
- Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares confirmed Spanish bases will not be used.
- 15 US aircraft left Spain's Rota and Moron airbases following the rejection.
- US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over delayed base access at Diego Garcia.
