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Europe30 March, 20261 min read

European Allies Block US Military Access, Trump Threatens Spain

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Italy denied landing rights to U.S. bombers at Sigonella base. Spain blocked U.S. military flights from using its airspace.

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European Allies Block US Military Access, Trump Threatens Spain
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Italy Blocks US Aircraft

Italy refused to grant the US permission to land military planes at Sigonella for operations related to the war against Iran. The denial occurred because the US did not follow the required authorization procedure.

Italy's Prime Minister emphasized relations with the US remain solid and based on full and loyal cooperation. Spain had already closed its airspace to US aircraft involved in strikes on Iran.

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France Blocks Overflights

France refused overflight for planes carrying US military supplies to Israel. Trump criticized France's decision as very unhelpful.

Israel accused France of actively hampering the transfer of munitions despite prior coordination. These moves mark the latest disruption to routine military coordination.

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Trump Threatens Trade Embargo

Trump threatened to end all trade ties with Spain after it expelled air-refueling aircraft. The Spanish foreign minister stated that bases would not be used for actions not in accordance with the UN Charter. Local political pressure and legal worries are causing fissures in the Atlantic Alliance.

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