Israel bars Spain from coordination center following diplomatic tensions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Spain is barred from the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) in Kiryat Gat, which oversees the Gaza ceasefire. This decision follows deteriorating diplomatic relations between Jerusalem and Madrid, characterized by Spanish criticism of Israel's military operations in Gaza. Netanyahu accused Spain of engaging in a diplomatic war against Israel and warned that nations taking such stances will face immediate consequences. The tensions have escalated significantly, as Spain recently withdrew its ambassador from Israel while simultaneously re-establishing a diplomatic presence in Iran. Netanyahu explicitly stated that those who attack Israel rather than what he described as terrorist regimes will not be considered partners in the region's future. While some sources suggest the move may be welcomed by the United States due to prior disagreements regarding Spanish airspace, the primary stated reason for the exclusion is the ongoing diplomatic friction between the two countries.