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Spaniard Sánchez says “No to war” in response to Middle East crisis
Sánchez He says Spain’s position is “clear and consistent” and is the same as the response to Ukraine and Gaza.
Madrid opposes “collapse of international law that protects us all” and the assumption that “only conflict and bombs can solve the world’s problems.”
he says He opposes “repeating the mistakes of the past.”
“The stance of the Spanish government can be summarized as follows: no war” he says.
He then makes comparisons to the invasion of Iraq in the early 2000s.
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Sánchez says Spain’s belief in values and international law is ‘not naive but consistent’
Sánchez says his stance is not naive – and that “it is naive to think that violence is the solution” or that “democracies or respect between nations can come from ruins”.
says Spain’s position is “not at all naive, but consistent.”
In his closest comment to direct criticism of Trump, he says:
“We will not be complicit in something that is bad for the world and also goes against our values and interests for fear of someone retaliating.”
says Spain has “an absolute confidence that we are stronger economically, institutionally and even our country.”
He says he is not alone in this view, which he says is enshrined in Spain’s EU, UN and other international agreements.
War, he says, will only “benefit a few,” while peace and greater prosperity “will benefit us all.”
And he ends his speech here.
Spaniard Sánchez called for an end to hostilities, warning of the risk of escalating conflicts and playing ‘Russian roulette with the fate of millions’
Sánchez He said Spain would strengthen its position as a member of the EU and NATO, demanding a cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomatic talks.
It says “We must demand a definitive solution From the USA, Iran and Israel stop [this conflict] before it’s too late.”
He adds: “one illegality cannot be countered by anotherBecause this is how the great disasters of humanity begin.”
It warns that “Often major wars break out due to a chain of events that spiral out of control due to miscalculations, technical malfunctions, or unforeseen circumstances.”
In a powerful passage, especially He warns against “playing Russian roulette with the fate of millions of people.”
He says Spain and its partners must consistently promote the same values they defend in Ukraine, Gaza, Venezuela or Greenland.
“The question is not whether we support the ayatollahs. Noh yes. Certainly not the Spanish people and certainly not the Spanish government. Instead the question is: “Whether we are for international law and therefore for peace or not,” he says.
Spain takes measures to help people affected by Middle East crisis
Sánchez The government says it is “Examining scenarios and possible measures” to help people affected by the crisis, Learning lessons from the pandemic and the US tariff crisis.
He also says Spain will work with other partners to “defend peace and compliance with international law.”
He also says this While the world focuses on Iran, it should not forget Ukraine and Palestine. He says Spain will continue to press for a “just and lasting peace” there too.
Spaniard Sánchez warns that Iran war will not bring stability, cause economic disruptions and increase energy prices
Sánchez it says soThe Iraq war led to increased terrorism and migration and made the world less safe.
says The Iran war will not bring stability either. causes economic disruptions and increases energy prices.
says Spain will try to help its citizens stranded in the region. However, he warns that this will not be an easy task as the region’s airspace remains unsafe.
“But our citizens can be sure of this: we will protect them and bring them home safe,he says.
Spaniard Sánchez says “No to war” in response to Middle East crisis
Sánchez He says Spain’s position is “clear and consistent” and is the same as the response to Ukraine and Gaza.
Madrid opposes “collapse of international law that protects us all” and the assumption that “only conflict and bombs can solve the world’s problems.”
he says He opposes “repeating the mistakes of the past.”
“The stance of the Spanish government can be summarized as follows: no war” he says.
He then makes comparisons to the invasion of Iraq in the early 2000s.
Spanish Sánchez speaks about the Middle East crisis, Trump’s comments
Now Spaniard Pedro Sánchez speaks.
HE begins by summarizing the events of the last few days “The US and Israel attacked Iran, and Iran responded by indiscriminately bombing nine countries in the region, including a British base in Cyprus.”
I’ll bring you the outline.
Spain to respond to Trump’s threats as senior EU commissioner criticizes ‘deeply destructive’ comments
Sam Jones
in madrid
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will make a statement at 9am local time to respond to Donald Trump’s extraordinary threat to cut off all trade with Spain. The United States refuses to allow the use of two jointly operated bases on its territory in its ongoing attacks against Iran.
Last night a European Commission spokesman said: “The Commission will always ensure that the interests of the European Union are fully protected.”
Teresa RiberaThe former Spanish deputy prime minister, who now serves as the EU’s green transition chief, also noted: It was stated that the EU’s foreign trade was negotiated as a bloc and the competent authority on this matter was the European Commission.
Speaking to Spain’s Cadena Ser radio just after 8 a.m., Ribera said:
“Right now, It is not possible to establish commercial reprisals or separate commercial relations … I think the most surprising thing about this fact is that the American federal government is aware of it.“It is therefore necessary to insist, as the European Commission spokesman did last night, that the trade negotiations of each of the 27 EU member states are the responsibility of the Commission and that it is not possible to create division or disintegration between member states.”
Ribera also said this Trump’s threat to halt trade with Spain was reminiscent of his recent threat to seize control of Greenland.
“What we see is It is very similar to what happened just a month ago with the threats against Greenland – again with a boastful tone. The truth is that there was an immediate reaction from our EU partners, the European Commission and the markets. I think instability; the tension created by relating to or talking about in this way third parties – whether related to Starmer, Macron or Pedro Sánchez – is deeply destructiveNot only for societies, for peace, for cooperation, but also for the economy. And that has direct consequences on everyone’s overall economic activity.”
Other Spanish politicians have been more outspoken. In a post published on social media last night, Yolanda DíazSpain’s deputy prime minister and labor minister wrote:
“Spain cannot bear to be blackmailed or lectured by an aggressive country. We are a country of peace. “If the United States wants an ally, let them start by respecting our sovereignty and international law.”
However, the Spanish government’s stance on the Iranian attacks was criticized by opponents who accused Sánchez of posturing.
“We are open to different opinions,” he said. Alberti Núñez FeijooLeader of Spain’s conservative People’s Party. “What is no longer open to debate is that the government’s foreign policy has been consistently irresponsible and frivolity has consequences… We cannot jeopardize our security, stability and position in the world in an attempt to win a few votes at home.”
Morning opening: Spain faces Trump’s criticism and threats over NATO spending, base use
Yakup Krupa
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is about to respond to harsh criticism from Donald Trump this morning After the US president said last night that “Spain has behaved very badly” towards Iran and claimed that he had instructed his officials to “cut off all relations with Spain”.
His comments were: Spain’s insistence that the United States not use its joint military bases in southern Spain for its operations in Iran was fueled. and Madrid’s reluctance to increase defense spending as agreed within NATO.
Talking to the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Embers in question:
“Firstly, It started with each European country paying 5 percent at my request, which they were required to do. And everyone was excited about it. Germany, everyone and Spain did not do this and now Spain has actually said we can’t use their bases. …
We can use their bases if we want, we can fly and use them. No one will tell us not to use it but we don’t have to but they were hostile. So I told him we didn’t want – Spain has nothing we need other than great people, they have great people but not great leadership.”
Interestingly, Merz not only did not come to the aid of an EU ally, he said:
“The answer to this is quite simple. We are trying to persuade Spain to reach the 3 percent or 3.5 percent we agreed on in NATO. As the President said, this is true. The only country that is not willing to accept this is Spain, and we are trying to convince them that this is part of our common security and that we must all comply with these figures. … Therefore, Spain must comply with this.”
His voice sounded slightly different as he told reporters after leaving the White House:
“I said that Spain is a member of the European Union and that we only negotiate together or not at all with the United States on tariffs. “There’s no way to treat Spain particularly badly.”
These comments It caused a big reaction in Spain and Sánchez is about to respond publicly with an “institutional statement.”
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We will pay attention later Latest situation on the security situation in Cyprus and the regionabout European evacuation flights from the Middle EastTEU’s Industrial Accelerator Law, and other top news from around the continent.
His Wednesday, March 4, 2026, his Yakup Krupa here and this Europe Live.
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