Spain Refuses to Yield to Trump's Pressure, Closes Airspace to Aircraft Involved in Iran War

Spain has closed its airspace to aircraft involved in the US and Israeli military operation against Iran, despite pressure from the Trump administration. The Pedro Sánchez government is not allowing the use of the Rota and Morón de la Frontera air bases for the “Epic Fury” operation, nor is it approving flight plans for American aircraft stationed in other countries. The decision complicates Trump's effort to overthrow the Iranian regime and forces US bombers to change course. The Spanish Prime Minister has stated that his government rejects any involvement in this “illegal war,” allowing only passage or landing of aircraft in emergency situations.