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Spanish Government Scrambles to Evacuate Citizens Amid Middle East Crisis

By Economics Desk | June 21, 2025

As tensions flare in the Middle East, Spain rushes to evacuate its citizens from Israel and Iran, revealing serious concerns about government readiness and strategic foresight.

Amid escalating conflicts in the Middle East, the Spanish government has urgently evacuated its citizens from Israel and Iran, bringing them back through military flights landing at Madrid's Torrejón de Ardoz base. While the immediate safety of Spanish nationals is a priority, this rapid response highlights deeper issues in governmental crisis management and foreign policy strategy.On June 20th, two planes from the Spanish Air Force arrived carrying approximately 240 Spaniards—200 from Jordan and another 40 from Armenia. Defense Minister Margarita Robles personally greeted evacuees at the airport and praised military personnel for their efforts. However, these well-intentioned actions raise pressing...

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