Spain Refuses to Support Military Action Against Iran, U.S. Withdraws 10 Military Refueling Aircraft
On March 2, local time, a reporter from the Central Station learned that Spain refused to provide support for the U.S. military action against Iran, and the U.S. withdrew 10 KC-135 refueling aircraft deployed at the Morón and Rota military bases in Spain.
Spanish Defense Minister Robles clearly stated on March 2 that the country is not providing any military assistance for the U.S. attack on Iran, and that the cooperation agreement between the U.S. military and Spain "must operate within the framework of international law," while the current unilateral actions do not have the support of multilateral organizations such as the United Nations, NATO, or the European Union. (Central Station reporter Wei Fan)
Spain refused to support U.S. military actions against Iran, leading to the withdrawal of 10 KC-135 refueling aircraft from Morón and Rota bases on March 2, 2023. Spanish Defense Minister Robles emphasized that military cooperation must operate within international law, and the unilateral actions by the U.S. lack backing from the UN, NATO, or the EU.
- Spain refused to support U.S. military actions against Iran.
- The U.S. withdrew 10 KC-135 refueling aircraft from Spain.
- Spanish Defense Minister stated no military aid would be provided to the U.S.
- The current U.S. actions lack support from international organizations.