Daily brief
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has publicly stated 'no to war' with Iran, directly challenging pressure from President Donald Trump, whom he accused of pushing for blind support. Sánchez framed the stance as a defense of European sovereignty, comparing a potential U.S.-Israeli war in Iran to 'Russian roulette'. The White House stated Spain had agreed to military cooperation on Iran, a claim the Spanish government immediately and firmly denied.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Defense Minister Guido Crosetto will update parliament on the Iran crisis after talks with US officials, with Tajani expressing concern about Iran's escalation.
An Israeli minister claimed a 'pro-Palestinian' crew deliberately stalled a ship in Cyprus meant for repatriation.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says the Mattei Plan for Africa will be extended to include Congo, Rwanda, Gabon, and Zambia.
The Council of Europe has flagged concerns over Greek prison conditions, to which Athens responded by citing its reform plans.