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Robles advocates for European unity and the importance of strategic foresight during the meeting of EU defence ministers

2026.5.12

An updated threat analysis, continued support for Ukraine and the strengthening of European defence preparedness were the focus of the meeting of EU defence ministers in Brussels, which was attended by the Spanish minister, Margarita Robles.

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Robles meets with the Moldovan Defence Minister, who thanks Spain for its support regarding the war in Ukraine

2026.4.23

The Minister for Defence held a meeting with Anatolie Nosatii, in which they both emphasised cooperation, the defence of democratic values, and peace. This is the first official visit by a Spanish Minister for Defence to Moldova.

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Robles in Ukraine: "Their cause is our cause. Spain will always stand for peace and democratic values"

2026.4.22

The Minister for Defence began her visit to Ukraine with a tribute to the fallen and a meeting with the Border Guard, who thanked Spain for its constant support.

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Robles reaffirms Spain's sustained support at the Ukraine Defence Contact Group and announces new lines of assistance for 2026

2026.4.15

The Minister for Defence affirmed, at the 34th meeting of this group, that Ukraine remains a priority for Spain.

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Margarita Robles: "Spain's commitment to our allies is indisputable"

2026.4.15

During her visit to the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) in Mons, Belgium, the Minister for Defence stated, that "the capabilities and readiness of our Armed Forces are recognised in the missions in which they participate".

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Robles and Fedorov strengthen coordination of military support to Ukraine ahead of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting

2026.4.13

The Minister for Defence, Margarita Robles, held a videoconference with Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, during which they reviewed the progress of Spanish support to Ukraine and the main areas of cooperation for the coming months.

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Pedro Sánchez: "We defend Europe because we can no longer conceive of any other way of being in the world"

2026.4.10

The President of the Government has urged Europe to adapt and respond to current needs and uncertainties without renouncing its model.

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Robles calls for a lasting peace in the Middle East that includes Lebanon

2026.4.8

The Minister for Defence has met with the Lebanese ambassador, conveying Spain's total commitment to peace and democratic values in the region.

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Robles highlights the Patriot Unit's work in Turkey in defending NATO airspace

2026.3.23

The Minister for Defence, Margarita Robles, held a videoconference with the contingent of the Patriot A/T XXIII unit deployed at Incirlik Air Base (Turkey), as part of NATO's Operation Persistent Effort.

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Torrejón Air Base receives the bulk of the Spanish military personnel evacuated from Iraq

2026.3.21

Minister Robles and the Chief of the Defence Staff have welcomed a total of 205 military personnel who were evacuated via Turkey.