Spain has taken a bold stand against US military operations linked to the Iran war, closing its airspace to American aircraft and denying access to key bases at Rota and Moron. The decision forces US warplanes to reroute toward the Middle East, complicating logistics. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has strongly opposed the US Israel strikes on Iran, calling for de-escalation and refusing to support operations that could widen the conflict. Madrid says the move is aimed at preventing further escalation.

A deadly high speed passenger train crash has shocked Spain after a derailment led to a catastrophic collision in southern Andalusia. At least 21 people have been confirmed dead, with dozens more seriously injured as rescue teams battle twisted wreckage near the town of Adamuz in the province of Cordoba.