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Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has criticised the US military campaign against Iran, calling it an “extraordinary mistake” and urging diplomacy over conflict as tensions escalate across the Middle East.
US war on Iran 'extraordinary mistake' says Spain PM Pedro Sánchez
Madrid: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has strongly criticised the United States’ military campaign against Iran, describing the conflict as an “extraordinary mistake” and reiterating his call for diplomacy instead of war.
The remarks come as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate following a week-long confrontation between the United States and Iran. The military campaign, referred to by Washington as Operation Epic Fury, has intensified fears of a broader regional conflict.
Several countries have expressed support for the US administration led by President Donald Trump and its ally, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. However, Spain has taken a different stance, urging restraint and warning that military escalation could destabilise the region further.
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Sánchez has repeatedly emphasised his government’s position that dialogue and diplomacy must remain the primary tools for resolving international disputes. According to Spanish officials, military confrontation risks worsening humanitarian and geopolitical tensions across the Middle East.
Speaking during a public engagement in Spain, the prime minister once again voiced his “No to war” message, stressing that armed conflict rarely produces lasting solutions and often results in significant human and economic costs.
The ongoing confrontation has raised alarm across Europe and other parts of the world. Analysts warn that continued hostilities could disrupt global energy supplies, intensify regional rivalries and draw additional countries into the conflict.
European governments are closely monitoring the situation, with some calling for urgent diplomatic efforts to prevent the crisis from spiralling further.
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Spain’s position highlights the divisions among Western nations over how to handle the escalating tensions with Iran. While some governments have backed Washington’s strategy, others believe diplomatic engagement remains the most effective path toward stability.
Sánchez has urged international leaders to prioritise negotiations and multilateral cooperation to avoid a prolonged conflict that could have far-reaching consequences for global security.
