Spain’s ‘no to war’ stance rooted in principles, not politics: Premier Sanchez

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez defended Madrid’s opposition to the war involving Iran, saying the government’s “no to war” stance is based on principles and respect for international law, Anadolu reports. In an interview published Wednesday by El Diario, Sanchez said Spain’s position reflects a consistent foreign policy approach and has resonated beyond the country. “When we said ‘no to war,’ there was a wave of pride in being Spanish not only within our country, but also among many societies across the world,” he said. Sanchez rejected criticism from opposition parties who accuse his government of taking an electoral stance against the conflict. “This war was not provoked by Spain. It was a war driven unilaterally by two nations,” he […]