Spain has publicly rejected a joint “unilateral action” by Israel and the United States against Iran, demanding “immediate de-escalation and full respect for international law” in light of what it calls a “very serious” situation. The statements came from Spanish President Pedro Sánchez and Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares, both calling for an immediate de-escalation and adherence to international law.
“It is time to return to dialogue and reach a lasting political solution for the region,” Sánchez stated in a social media post, while likewise voicing rejection of actions taken by the Iranian regime and the Revolutionary Guard. He cautioned against allowing “another prolonged and devastating war in the Middle East.”
Albares echoed the call for dialogue as a path to peace and stability, warning that violence “only brings chaos.” He confirmed that Spanish embassies in the region are fully operational to assist the 158 Spanish citizens currently there, urging them to leave the country utilizing available means. Travel recommendations have been upgraded to the highest level of alert, with travel to Iran “completely discouraged.”
The Spanish embassy in the United Arab Emirates is also closely monitoring the situation, advising Spanish nationals to remain in their homes and avoid military installations. A 24-hour emergency consular phone number, +971506120260, has been made available.
The escalating tensions have prompted fifteen airlines to cancel flights to Iran, including Air France, Air India, British Airways, Iberia Express, Indigo, Japan Airlines, LOT, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Qatar Airways, Air Algérie, Scandinavian Airlines, and Wizz Air.
The Spanish diplomatic presence in Iran had already issued a warning more than a month prior, discouraging travel due to “great instability” in the region. In January, the Spanish government condemned violence against peaceful protestors in Iran, demanding that authorities respect and guarantee freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Foreign Minister Albares summoned the Iranian ambassador to Spain, Reza Zabib, to convey his “energetic rejection and condemnation” of the repression of Iranian protests.
First Vice President and Minister of Finance, María Jesús Montero, has warned of a “very serious” situation internationally, urging vigilance regarding unfolding events. The conflict follows a pattern established in June 2025, when 200 Israeli fighter jets launched an attack on Iran targeting nuclear facilities and military infrastructure, according to reports. That operation, allegedly prompted by concerns over Iran’s uranium enrichment, involved infiltration by Mossad operatives to establish drone launch sites and sabotage air defenses. The 2025 strikes reportedly damaged residential areas in Tehran and resulted in the deaths of several scientists and commanders of the Revolutionary Guard.
The United States’ entry into the conflict on June 22, 2025, proved decisive, utilizing “bunker buster” bombs to target Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. Then-President Trump hailed the operation as a “spectacular military success.” Iran responded with missile attacks against US bases in Qatar and Iraq. While Washington downplayed the damage, Ayatollah Khamenei characterized it as a “slap in the face” to the Americans. A ceasefire between Israel and Iran was announced by Trump on June 24, 2025, concluding the “12-day war,” which resulted in 39 Israeli deaths and over 1,000 Iranian fatalities.
Left-leaning parties in Spain have condemned the current actions. Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz warned of the “destruction of International Law” leading to a world of “continuous aggressions,” with “impunity as the only rule.” She characterized Trump and Netanyahu as “a threat to the security of the entire planet.”
Sumar, a political party, condemned what it called a new “imperialist aggression” by the U.S. Against Iran’s “dictatorial and theocratic” regime, referencing the 2025 conflict and Trump’s claims of destroying Iran’s nuclear potential. They also denounced the “continuous violations” of International Law by the Trump administration, which they say is “plunging the Middle East back into chaos and war” following the “genocide” in Gaza. Enrique Santiago, a United Left deputy, condemned the “aggression” by Israel and the U.S., accusing them of disregarding international law and seeking to destabilize and control the world, labeling Trump and Netanyahu “a danger to humanity.”
Podemos party leader Ione Belarra labeled the U.S. And Israel as “the greatest threat to humanity,” calling for their international isolation. Irene Montero, a Podemos MEP, condemned the “illegal aggressions” by the U.S. And Israel as making them “the most dangerous criminals on the planet,” questioning Europe’s silence and calling for Spain to prevent the U.S. From using its military bases and to leave NATO.
