"Spain has been one of Europe's most vocal critics of Israel's war on Gaza, a stance that has put the Spanish at odds with the US and some of its other allies."
"The Spaniards have also renewed calls for Europe to reduce its military dependence on the US by reiterating calls for a standing European Union army."
"Jose Manuel Albares speaks to Redi Tlhabi on Spain's commitment to international law and relations with the US."
"So what does it mean for Madrid's relationship with Washington and its place among US allies? This week on UpFront, Redi Tlhabi speaks with Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares about Spain's foreign policy, its commitment to international law, and relationship with the US."
Spain presents its foreign policy as grounded in international law and consistent engagement with global partners. Spain has been a prominent European critic of Israel’s war on Gaza, creating friction with the United States and some other allies. Spain also calls for Europe to lessen military reliance on the US, renewing support for a standing European Union army. The relationship with Washington is framed through these policy priorities, balancing alliance ties with independent positions on major international issues. The focus includes how Madrid’s stance affects its standing among US allies and how European security goals intersect with transatlantic relations.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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