Mr. Parham and Ambassador Aparici spoke about Iran, highlighting the commitment of Spain and Britain to prevent escalation through diplomacy and respect for international law, and to defend freedom of navigation and global energy security. Both emphasized the need to strengthen coordination among allies to address the threats arising from the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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