30.03.2026 14:17
Spain strengthened its "no to war" policy by closing its bases and airspace to US planes participating in attacks on Iran; following the decision, it was claimed that the US canceled some military plans, while tensions between the two countries escalated further.
The Spanish government has decided to close its airspace to US planes participating in attacks on Iran by the US and Israel. The decision has drawn attention from the international community.
DOUBLE RESTRICTION ON US PLANES
According to a report by El Pais, Spain had previously prohibited US planes from using the Rota (Cadiz) and Moron de la Frontera (Seville) bases. With the new decision, it was stated that US planes stationed in Europe would also not be allowed to use Spanish airspace. This development was also confirmed to the EFE agency by sources from the Spanish Ministry of Defense.
“NO TO WAR” MESSAGE
The report emphasized that the Spanish government's step is a continuation of its "no to war" policy. The closure of airspace clearly demonstrated the Madrid administration's stance against military operations targeting Iran.
US REASSESSES PLANS
Following the decision, it was claimed that the US administration contacted Madrid and abandoned its plan to deploy B-52 and B-1 bombers to the Moron de la Frontera base.
EMERGENCIES EXCEPTION
It was noted that the only exception to Spain's airspace restrictions is emergencies. In such cases, US planes may be allowed to transit or land.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE BEING USED
The report also mentioned that US planes are using an alternative route over the Strait of Gibraltar instead of using Spanish airspace on their return from Iran.
CRISIS DEEPENS
Spain's refusal to allow the use of its bases and the closure of its airspace have increased tensions between the two countries. It is known that US President Donald Trump previously criticized Spain harshly and threatened it with trade sanctions.