Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez warns Iran war 'far worse' than Iraq in 2003 Sánchez said the US invasion of Iraq in 2003 had failed to achieve its goals and instead made life worse for ordinary people. Euronews · Mar 25
Europeans acting 'cowardly' for not joining war against Iran, former PM Bennett says Bennett says Europeans are ungrateful, leaving the US and Israeli to do 'all the hard work' against Iran in comments to Euronews. The EU called for de-escalation and respect for international law in Brussels summit. Euronews · Mar 24
Military plane with 125 aboard crashes in Colombia. At least 77 injured Colombian officials say that a military cargo plane with 125 people, most of them soldiers, crashed shortly after taking off in southwestern Colombia The Independent UK · Mar 23
At least 66 killed after Colombian military plane crashes in southern Amazon Transport plane carrying soldiers and crew crashed shortly after takeoff from Puerto Leguízamo, deep in Colombia’s southern Amazon region The Guardian - UK · Mar 23
Spain unveils €5 billion energy package with tax cuts to offset Iran war costs The Spanish government has approved a package of 80 measures to tackle rising energy prices and mitigate the broader economic impact of the war in the Middle East. Euronews · Mar 20
Nato relocates personnel from Iraq mission to Europe amid conflict in Middle East – as it happened Announcement follows Poland’s confirmation of troop withdrawal because of ‘worsening security situation’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 20
Spain-US rift: Pedro Sánchez’ defiance of Trump is dictated by domestic politics – but it’s also a litmus test for Europe The war in Iran has yet again exposed the tensions between Spain’s Pedro Sánchez and Donald Trump. The two leaders have clashed repeatedly over the last year, including over Spain’s ongoing opposition to Israel’s conduct in Gaza, its refusal to raise Nato spending above 2% of GDP, and now its… The Conversation · Mar 18
Italian PM Meloni’s baffling betrayal leaves her US allies in a lurch Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has now joined a growing chorus of European leaders criticizing President Donald Trump’s recent strikes on Iran, marking a pretty significant shift from her usual unwavering support for the United States. According to Politico, Meloni, a prominent right-wing leader, delivered her strongest rebuke yet of… The Mary Sue · Mar 12
Spain formally dismisses ambassador to Israel amid tensions with Tel Aviv Ambassador Sálomon had been recalled for consultations in September 2025 amid deteriorating relations between the two countries remained in Spain after that. Her dismissal now formalises the absence of a Spanish ambassador to Israel. Euronews · Mar 11
Europe's leaders are unpopular, but Germany's Merz is losing support fastest A study suggests the German chancellor is struggling domestically as his party failed to win a key state election, while several European leaders face similarly weak approval ratings. Euronews · Mar 11
The joys of dogs and anonymous owners Brief letters: Canine chums | Guardian stirs things up | Bravo, Pedro | Eurovision switch-off The Guardian - UK · Mar 9
Donald Trump Needs Europe on Iran War as Spain's Defiance Shakes European Union's Unity European leaders are showing mixed reactions to Trump's push for support against Iran, with Spain openly rejecting military action. International Business Times UK · Mar 9
European leaders react to International Women's Day Figures including Ursula von der Leyen, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Pedro Sánchez and Giorgia Meloni praised women’s contributions and called for continued progress on equality. Euronews · Mar 8
Seven days on, seven questions about the US-Israeli war on Iran One week on from the first strikes, we look at why the war started, what the cost has been and what may come next The Guardian - UK · Mar 7
The Guardian - UK · Mar 7 Pedro Sánchez’s lone stance against Trump may look risky, but it is cannily pragmatic The Spanish PM’s defiant foreign policy line may seem outspoken. The truth is that he is a sound strategist at home and abroad, says journalist Eoghan Gilmartin
The Guardian - UK · Mar 6 First Thing: Israel launches huge strikes against south Beirut after mass evacuation order Residents of Lebanese capital fled in panic before assaults on claimed Hezbollah targets, while Tehran continues to launch retaliatory attacks. Plus, why is Pedro Sánchez the only European leader to take on Trump?
The Guardian - UK · Mar 6 A lone battle: Why is Pedro Sánchez the only European leader to take on Trump? As the Spanish PM decries the war in Iran, other politicians are unable – or unwilling – to speak against the US president
Reason · Mar 5 Trade Wars, Meet Actual Wars Plus: Congress shrugs, a cat cafe unionizes, and Liz Wolfe checks in, and more...
We Got This Covered · Mar 5 Spanish politician declares new ‘terror’ alliance, and this time, the US is on the wrong side Spain and the U.S. are locked in a political he-said, she-said.
Euronews · Mar 5 Watch: Trump says adiós to trade with Spain — should Madrid do the same to Trump? Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared a firm "no to war" and blocked the US from using Spanish soil for its Iran operations. In response, US President Donald Trump threatened to cut off all trade with Spain. Let’s break down what is at stake.
Euronews · Mar 5 Newsletter: US-Israeli strikes legally 'problematic' but 'righteous', Belgian Defence Minister says Also in this newsletter: Hungary's energy giant MOL files EU competition complaint against Croatia's JANAF, and the EU seeks to constrain China dominance with "Made in Europe" push.
Euronews · Mar 5 Israeli-US attacks ‘legally problematic’ but ‘cause is righteous’, says Belgian Defence Minister Belgium's defence minister told Euronews that Belgium will not join the Israeli and US attacks on Iran, but will lend military support for defence purposes.
The Mary Sue · Mar 4 Lindsey Graham Blasts Spain for Refusing to Participate in Trump’s War Against Iran Pedro Sánchez, the prime minister of Spain, has taken a firm stance against military action in Iran. To that, Senator Lindsey Graham had a few comments to spare.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 The Guardian view on the US-UK relationship: Trump is pushing Britain closer to Europe Editorial: An unreliable and volatile American president makes a compelling case for closer security and defence cooperation with continental allies
Euronews · Mar 4 European Parliament rejects debate on Trump's threats to Spain A debate titled "US threats and sanctions against Spain" was proposed by the Greens and supported by left-wing groups of the European Parliament, but rejected by the others.