Portugal PM defends US base use
Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro defended the legality of US military transit through the Lajes Air Base during the Iran conflict. He urged the judiciary to avoid political judgments following an inquiry into the government authorization.
Portugal Prime Minister Luis Montenegro defended the United States military use of the Lajes Air Base during the Iran conflict, urging the judiciary to avoid political judgments. The remarks follow a prosecutor's inquiry into government authorization initiated by a leftist opposition complaint. Several European nations have restricted foreign military access to airspace and bases, highlighting diplomatic friction over Washington's transit flights.
