Spain Blocks US War Ops, Defies Trump

0:00On March 30, Spain stepping up its pushback against the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, shutting down its airspace to American planes tied to the B, attacks and blocking use of key military bases for war-ups. Defense Minister Margarita Robles confirmed this move on Monday, making it clear Spain won't allow its bases or skies for anything linked to what she calls an illegal war. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has been vocal against the fighting, urging all sides to stop, which already drew heat from President Trump threatening, to slash trade with Madrid. Economy Minister Carlos Cuirpo, back the call, saying it's about not joining a unilateral war against international law, even if it strains ties with the White House. U.S. forces can still use bases like Rota and Marone for routine support to 80,000 troops in Europe, but refueling planes got rerouted to France. And Germany last month, keeping Spain firmly on the sidelines as tensions simmer.