Spain's PM Sanchez says will not be fooled by America this time after it led them to a war in the Middle East 23 years ago under the pretext of confronting Saddam's weapons and establishing democracy

This statement from Spain's PM Sanchez reflects a deep skepticism towards U.S.

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foreign policy, particularly in light of past military interventions. Such rhetoric may signal a broader European hesitance to align with U.S. strategies, which can impact alliances and diplomatic relations, potentially influencing markets sensitive to geopolitical tensions, such as oil and defense sectors.

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