Spain’s government has strongly rejected claims by the White House that it agreed to cooperate with the United States militarily in operations related to the conflict with Iran, insisting that its position on the Middle East and use of its military bases has not changed.
The dispute erupted after White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Madrid had agreed to work with US forces, following pressure from US President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut off trade with Spain over its refusal to allow American military use of bases for strikes on Iran.
However, Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares categorically denied the White House claim, saying the report was “categorically false” and reaffirming that Spain remains opposed to the war and has not changed its stance on the use of its bases or participation in military operations against Iran.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has repeatedly stated the government’s position as “no to the war”, emphasising that Spain will not become complicit in military actions it views as harmful or contrary to international law, even in the face of diplomatic pressure.
The conflicting statements have highlighted a growing diplomatic rift between Madrid and Washington over the Middle East conflict and the broader question of NATO alliance dynamics and national sovereignty.
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