Overview

• The Spanish government unilaterally terminated a €6.8 million contract with Israeli company IMI Systems for 9 mm ammunition.
• The contract, initially awarded in October 2023, conflicted with Spain's arms embargo on Israeli firms declared the same month.
• The cancellation followed intense internal pressure from Sánchez's Socialist Party and its coalition partner, Sumar, citing solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
• State legal advisers had warned against cancellation due to potential financial penalties and the advanced stage of the procurement process.
• This decision underscores Spain's commitment to its foreign policy alignment with Palestine, which has strained relations with Israel.