Spain Prohibits US Vessels from Transporting Weapons to Israel via Its Bases

Spain has prohibited the transit of US aircraft and vessels through its bases in Rota (Cádiz province) and Morón de la Frontera (Sevilla province) that are transporting weapons, ammunition, or military equipment to Israel, according to El País.

Reports indicate that this ban applies not only to vessels heading directly to the Jewish state but also to those whose final destination is Israel after an interim stop. The kingdom does not inspect American transport aircraft or vessels stopping at Spanish bases.

The Pentagon could potentially conceal the cargo being transported by American ships; however, according to sources cited by the publication, the relationship among allies is based on trust, which would be seriously damaged should such a situation arise.

Madrid has taken a rather firm stance against the Jewish state due to the situation in the Gaza Strip. Earlier, the Spanish Council of Ministers approved a decree imposing an embargo on arms supplies to Israel.