Spanish PM says Middle East war 'far worse' than Iraq in 2003

"This is not the same scenario as the illegal war in Iraq. We are facing something far worse. Much worse. With a potential impact that is far broader and far deeper," he told parliament. "This time, it's an absurd and illegal war. A cruel one that sets us back from achieving our economic, social, and environmental goals." The Socialist premier has refused Washington's requests to use Madrid's military bases against Iran, despite US President Donald Trump's threat to sever trade with Spain as a result.