Rubio indicated that the United States might reconsider its relationship with NATO, citing insufficient support. News from Gazeta Express on March 31, 2026, at 9:13 AM. U.S.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced strong criticism of Spain and other NATO allies, arguing that their limited backing during the ongoing conflict with Iran warranted a potential reassessment of the alliance. Rubio explained that the United States had observed Spain, a NATO member with a defense obligation, publicly refused to employ American airspace. This refusal was highlighted in a transcript of a statement for Al Jazeera released on Monday.
He further emphasized that Washington encountered significant resistance concerning the utilization of military bases in Spain and across other locations. “NATO continues to provide a valuable foundation for the U.S., offering a strategic base,” Rubio asserted. The secretary’s comments underscore a growing frustration within the U.S.
government regarding the level of cooperation received from key NATO partners. Rubio’s remarks suggest a possible shift in Washington’s approach to the alliance’s future.
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