Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Between Spain and Argentina Following Drug Allegations

Accusations from Spain's transport minister about Argentine President Javier Milei's drug use during the election campaign have sparked a fierce exchange of criticisms between the two nations.

• Spanish Transport Minister Oscar Puente alleges President Milei used drugs during last year's election, leading to sharp rebukes from Argentina.
• Argentina criticizes Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez for policies allegedly causing 'poverty and death', further straining diplomatic relations.
• Milei plans to visit Spain for a far-right Vox party event, deliberately avoiding meetings with Spanish officials including PM Sanchez.
• Both countries emphasize maintaining strong bilateral relations despite the public dispute.
• The controversy surfaces just as Spain and Argentina prepare for Milei's upcoming visit amid tense political contexts.

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