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Israel Expels Spain Amid Tensions Over Anti-Israel Stance

4/11/2026

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Israel has expelled Spain from the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center, escalating tensions.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Spain's anti-Israel stance and alleged defamation of Israeli soldiers prompted the expulsion, harming Israeli and U.S. interests.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned Israeli actions and urged EU to suspend its treaty with Israel.
Spain's Foreign Minister called Israel's campaign an assault on humanitarian ideals.
Iran praised Spain's position, further complicating regional dynamics.

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Israel has expelled Spain from the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center, escalating tensions.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Spain's anti-Israel stance and alleged defamation of Israeli soldiers prompted the expulsion, harming Israeli and U.S. interests.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned Israeli actions and urged EU to suspend its treaty with Israel.
Spain's Foreign Minister called Israel's campaign an assault on humanitarian ideals.
Iran praised Spain's position, further complicating regional dynamics.