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Spain has closed its airspace to aircraft involved in the Iran-related conflict and banned the use of key military bases hosting U.S. forces, according to reports by Europe producer Simone Baglivo and Spanish newspaper El Pais citing military sources.
The move prevents aircraft linked to the war from flying over Spanish territory and affects operations involving the Rota and Moron military bases.
The decision means U.S. military aircraft must bypass Spain when traveling to the Middle East, including flights departing from countries such as the United Kingdom or France.
The ban also includes restrictions on the use of the Rota and Moron bases, which host U.S. forces in Spain.
The development follows previous tensions between Spanish leaders and former U.S. President Donald Trump over access to military facilities.
Spain’s economy minister Carlos Cuerpo said the decision reflects the government’s stance against the conflict.
“This decision is part of the decision already made by the Spanish government not to participate in or contribute to a war which was initiated unilaterally and against international law,” he said in an interview with Cadena Ser radio.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has been among the most vocal critics of the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, describing them as reckless and illegal.
Trump has previously threatened to cut trade ties with Madrid over Spain’s refusal to allow U.S. use of its bases.
The decision marks a significant step in Spain’s position on the conflict, affecting military transit routes through its airspace.
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