The Pentagon has outlined potential options to penalize NATO allies that it believes failed to support United States operations in the war with Iran. According to an internal email, Washington is considering various sanctions against member countries that rejected calls to assist in the conflict.
Among the proposed measures is the possible suspension of Spain from the NATO alliance. Spain has come under particular scrutiny after refusing the United States access to its bases and airspace. Additionally, the internal memo includes an option for the U.S. to review its position on Britain's claim to the Falkland Islands.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has refused to engage in a dispute with the U.S. regarding these reports. While the leaked email reveals anger toward Spain and the United Kingdom, it does not suggest that the United States intends to withdraw from NATO.