NATO officials reject the possibility of suspending or expelling Spain, following reports that the US is pushing for sanctions against the country for not supporting the operation in Iran.
European Union countries are discussing plans for mutual assistance in the event of an attack, following the US president's criticism of NATO and threats not to defend the alliance.
Prime Minister Sanchez emphasizes Spain is a "reliable NATO member", after reports indicated the US was considering suspending its ally status in the alliance.
President Trump stated the US desired Greenland, but NATO refused to hand over the island, which he considers a primary reason for wanting to withdraw from the alliance.
NATO's secretary general announced that alliance members are discussing the "best way" to reopen the strait of Hormuz, though no concrete plan has been finalized.
President Trump criticized NATO as "very bad" for not joining forces with the US against Iran, suggesting Washington should reconsider its membership in the bloc.
