Trump says U.S. will cut all trade with Spain
5 hours ago
- #US-Spain relations
- #Military bases
- #Trade sanctions
- U.S. President Donald Trump announces the U.S. will cut off all trade with Spain.
- Spain refused to allow U.S. military bases to be used for missions linked to strikes on Iran.
- Trump criticized Spain, calling it 'terrible' and directed the Treasury Secretary to cut all dealings with Spain.
- The U.S. relocated 15 aircraft from Spanish bases after Spain's refusal.
- Spanish Foreign Minister stated the offensive was not covered by agreements with the U.S. or UN Charter.
- Tensions between Spain and the U.S. include migration and Spain's refusal to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.
- Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has previously opposed weapon shipments to Israel and plans to prosecute social media owners for toxic content.
- Sanchez criticized 'MAGA-style leaders' in a New York Times op-ed for misleading the public on migration issues.