US President Donald Trump has ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to cut off all trade with Spain, delivering the directive during a press briefing at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, this morning.
Trump's Remarks at NATO Summit
Speaking to reporters, Trump declared, "We don't want to do any trade business with Spain anymore. By the way, I'd like you to cut it up. Spain is a terrible partner in NATO. They don't participate, they don't pay. I don't want anything to do with Spain." He further instructed, "Cut off all trade with Spain, please, including visits… I don't want to do any more trade with them. All right, take it immediately."
Impact on US-Spain Relations
The abrupt trade suspension represents a dramatic escalation in tensions between the US and a key European ally. Spain is a member of the European Union and NATO, and the move could disrupt bilateral trade flows and diplomatic relations. The Treasury Department is expected to implement the order swiftly, halting imports and exports between the two nations.
Ceasefire with Iran Declared 'Over'
In the same press conference, Trump also declared the ceasefire with Iran "over" following renewed strikes in the Middle East overnight. This adds another layer of volatility to an already tense geopolitical landscape.
Reactions and Next Steps
No immediate response from Spanish officials has been reported. The White House has not provided further details on the scope of the trade cut or potential exceptions. This is a breaking news story, and updates are expected as the situation develops.
