United Arab Emirates & Spain
40 shared events · Importance 9 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates responded to a missile and drone attack, indicating a direct impact of the ongoing conflict on its territory and security.
Spain: Spain is preparing to receive the hantavirus-stricken cruise ship MV Hondius and manage the evacuation of passengers.
May 07, 2026 · 31 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates was attacked by Iran with missiles and drones, causing unease among Gulf Arab states and highlighting the unreliability of US support.
Spain: Spain is at odds with Donald Trump over the war and faces potential reduction of US forces and even suspension from NATO.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates responded to a missile and drone strike, further straining the ceasefire in the Iran war.
Spain: Spain faces a similar threat of United States troop withdrawal as Italy and Germany, due to its stance against the United States-Israeli war on Iran.
May 03, 2026 · 319 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates activated its air defense systems to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones, highlighting its vulnerability to the escalating regional tensions and missile attacks.
Spain: Spain has emerged as a critic of the war and has closed its airspace to United States planes involved in the conflict, indicating a lack of unified allied support.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates reported drones entering its airspace and blamed Iran for the attack, testing the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war.
Spain: Spain is the destination for the hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius, with authorities coordinating the evacuation and quarantine of passengers.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates has been affected by Iranian attacks, including a fire at its Fujairah oil port, and has expressed its right to respond to these escalations.
Spain: Iran's Foreign Minister spoke with his counterpart in Spain, suggesting diplomatic outreach.
May 03, 2026 · 81 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates, as a Gulf Arab nation, is affected by Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz and has decried it as piracy.
Spain: Spain has been criticized by Donald Trump for being 'horrible' in Iran-related operations, and its US troop presence is under review.
Apr 30, 2026 · 55 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates reported drones entering its airspace and blamed Iran for an attack, highlighting the regional spread of tensions.
Spain: Spanish passengers were among the first to be evacuated from the MV Hondius and flown to Madrid for medical attention.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: Pakistan used part of its new loans to repay a USD 3.5 billion loan taken from the United Arab Emirates.
Spain: Spain, through its Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, is seeking to strengthen ties with China and has called for China's increased diplomatic involvement in global conflicts.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
United Arab Emirates: The United Arab Emirates has made a significant jump in passport ranking over the last decade, entering the top 10 and adding more visa-free destinations than any other country.
Jul 22, 2025 · 10 articles
International
Spain: Spain had already recognized Palestine in May, demonstrating early European support for statehood.
Sep 22, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Spain: Spain organized special evacuation flights for its citizens from the Middle East due to the war.
Mar 04, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Spain: Spain has been called 'unfriendly' by U.S. President Donald Trump, who threatened to cut all trade with the country after it refused to allow its military bases to be used by the U.S. during the conflict.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Spain: Spain, as part of a joint statement by world leaders, welcomed the ceasefire and encouraged diplomatic efforts for a lasting peace and energy security.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Spain: Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, commented on the ceasefire, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and peace.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
Spain: Spain requested the International — Interpol Red Notice for Steven Lyons and is the destination for his extradition, where he will face charges for organized crime, drug trafficking, money laundering, and murder.
Mar 31, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Spain: Spain is one of the world leaders who signed a joint statement welcoming the ceasefire and encouraging a negotiated settlement.
Apr 07, 2026 · 14 articles
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