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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.
“Italy denied permission for U.S. military aircraft to land at the Sigonella Air Base before heading to the Middle East”
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.
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.
Trump Threatens Trade Embargo
Trump threatened to end all trade ties with Spain after it expelled air-refueling aircraft.
“France and Spain moving to block U.S.-linked aircraft from using their airspace or bases”
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.