The US may launch sanctions against Spain because of alleged financial support for the Maduro regime in Venezuela, but they are not expected to be introduced before Spain’s general election on 10 November. In a statement released by his office, Rajoy said that he had spoken with Trump about “Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis” and “the need to find solutions which respect human rights”. Spanish officials have said no sanctions notifications have been received, and that such a move would not be justified.
The US may launch sanctions against Spain because of alleged financial support for the Maduro regime in Venezuela, but they are not expected to be introduced before Spain’s general election on 10 November. It is reported that the Trump administration either wants to encourage a change in Spain’s policy towards Venezuela, or is demonstrating the lengths it will go to in tackling the Maduro regime. Spanish officials have said no sanctions notifications have been received, and that such a move would not be justified.