"Europe's voice must be one of balance and moderation at this time, working towards de-escalation and a return to the negotiating table. A logic of violence, as we are seeing, only leads to a spiral of violence, and unilateral military actions outside the United Nations Charter, outside any collective action, have no clear objective. Europe must defend international law, de-escalation, and negotiation."
"Spain has opted for a diplomatic response to these attacks: it has summoned the Iranian ambassador in Madrid, Reza Zabib, and conveyed its rejection and condemnation of Iranian actions, demanding their immediate cessation and reminding Tehran that they also endanger the 30,000 Spaniards in the region."
"Spain's refusal to provide military support for the attack on Iran has led the Pentagon to withdraw a dozen KC-135 tanker aircraft deployed at the bases in Moron de la Frontera (Seville) and, to a lesser extent, Rota (Cadiz) to supply fuel in the air to its fighter-bombers."
Spain has declined to support U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran, distinguishing itself from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares emphasized that Europe must pursue balance, moderation, and de-escalation rather than military action. Spain condemned Iran's attacks on Persian Gulf countries and Cyprus but chose diplomatic measures, including summoning Iran's ambassador and demanding cessation of attacks. The refusal to provide military support prompted the Pentagon to withdraw KC-135 tanker aircraft from Spanish bases at Moron de la Frontera and Rota, which were supplying fuel to fighter-bombers. Defense Minister Margarita Robles confirmed Spain provided no assistance to the operation.
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