What Happened
Spain Denies Use Of Bases For Attacks On Iran Amid Tensions
The US has relocated at least 15 military aircraft from two bases in southern Spain after the Spanish government stated that the facilities cannot be used to support attacks on Iran. The aircraft, primarily aerial refueling tankers such as the Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, departed Naval Station Rota and Morón Air Base, with some landing at Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares emphasized that any use of the bases must align with the UN Charter and the agreement between Spain and the US. This move comes as Spain’s position on the issue contrasts with that of other nations, such as Britain, which initially refused but later authorized the use of its bases for an attack on Iran. The relocation was reported by Reuters, citing flight-tracking data from FlightRadar24.