Sánchez calls US-Israeli war in Iran a ‘disaster’ amid spat with Trump

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned the US-Israeli war in Iran as a 'disaster' during a recent press conference in Madrid, escalating tensions with former US President Donald Trump amid a growing diplomatic spat. The Spanish leader drew explicit parallels between the current conflict and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, as well as Israel's ongoing assault on Gaza, suggesting a pattern of devastating international interventions. Sánchez's remarks came as relations between Spain and the United States have become increasingly strained, with Trump publicly criticizing European allies for their handling of global conflicts. The Spanish prime minister emphasized the humanitarian consequences of military actions, warning that such interventions often lead to prolonged instability and civilian suffering rather than achieving their intended objectives. His statement reflects a broader European perspective that increasingly questions the effectiveness and morality of military solutions to complex geopolitical problems.