The Pentagon raises in an internal email suspending Spain from NATO, according to Reuters

An internal Pentagon email proposes suspending Spain from NATO, among other proposals, to punish countries that have not supported American operations in the war with Iran. The political options are detailed in a note expressing frustration over the perceived reluctance or refusal by some allies to grant the United States access, basing, and overflight rights (known as ABO) for the Iran war, a source told Reuters on condition of anonymity.

The text, which according to the source has circulated among senior Pentagon officials, foresees suspending "difficult" countries from important or prestigious positions in NATO. President Trump has harshly criticized NATO allies for not sending their marines to help open the Strait of Hormuz, which was closed to international maritime transport after the start of the air war on February 28. And he has also stated that he is considering withdrawing from the alliance. However, the memo does not suggest that the United States withdraw or close any bases in Europe.

The option of suspending Spain from the alliance would have a limited effect on U.S. military operations, but a significant symbolic impact, according to the email. The email also raises the review of the United States' position on the British claim to the Falkland Islands.

Asked about this issue, upon entering the informal EU leaders' summit in Cyprus, Sánchez replied that they do not work on emails but on "official documents" and "positions of the government of the United States." In this regard, he expressed "absolute collaboration with allies but always within international legality".