Pentagon Considers Suspension of Spain’s NATO Membership Over Iran Access Disputes

A U.S. official stated on April 24 that the Pentagon is discussing options for punishing U.S. NATO allies who did not support American troops in the war with Iran, including potential suspension of Spain’s membership in the alliance. The department has also proposed reconsidering positions on the UK’s claims to the Falkland Islands due to disappointment over some allies’ refusal to allow U.S. military access and flight rights over Iran.