Sánchez rebukes Trump trade threat, says "No to war"
Mar 4th 2026
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez rejected US President Donald Trump’s threat to sever trade after Spain denied US use of two bases for strikes on Iran, reiterating a policy of peace and saying Spain will seek measures to protect its economy.
- Spain refused US use of the Morón and Rota bases for strikes on Iran and President Trump said he would cut off all trade with Spain.
- Trump called Spain a "terrible partner" and criticized its defence spending during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez gave a 10-minute televised address saying the government's position is "No to war" and that one illegality cannot be met with another.
- Sánchez compared the stance to Spain's positions on Ukraine and Gaza and warned that attacks on Iran could cause major economic harm.
- The Spanish government said it is studying economic measures to limit the conflict's impact on citizens.