United States urges Spain to strengthen borders and defense

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a congratulatory message to Spain on the occasion of its National Day, but the communication included specific diplomatic requests directed at the government of Pedro Sánchez.

Rubio emphasized the importance of bilateral economic and cultural ties while urging Spain to adopt significant measures to maintain strong and secure borders and combat mass migration. Additionally, the message called for increased investment in defense capabilities to strengthen European security.

The statement reflects Washington’s priorities regarding the responsibilities of European allies in managing migration and increasing military spending amidst current geopolitical tensions.