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Trump Criticizes NATO; Spain Advocates for European Defense

4/8/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has complained about NATO, threatened withdrawal, and tariffs on Spain.
Spain's leftist government criticized the war on Iran as illegal and restricted U.S. air operations.
European nations are exploring alternative security options after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares urged a pan-European army and defense-industry integration.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has complained about NATO, threatened withdrawal, and tariffs on Spain.
Spain's leftist government criticized the war on Iran as illegal and restricted U.S. air operations.
European nations are exploring alternative security options after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.
Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares urged a pan-European army and defense-industry integration.