Spain’s Sanchez calls Iran war a ‘colossal mistake’

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has sharply criticized the war on Iran, calling it a “colossal mistake” and warning that its humanitarian, economic and security costs are unacceptable for Spain.

Addressing parliament on Wednesday, Sanchez said the current conflict is “much worse” than the 2003 Iraq war and could have broader and deeper consequences for the Middle East and the wider world.

He said Spain had refused to allow the United States to use its Rota and Moron military bases for operations related to Iran...