US Proposes Fees on Spanish Ships and Olive Oil Caps
The US Federal Maritime Commission proposed fees on Spanish-flagged ships and caps on key imports after Spain blocked US vessels over the Gaza conflict. The measures face a public comment period.
The United States proposed a $200,000 fee on Spain-flagged vessels alongside caps on olive oil imports following a port access dispute. The measures target key exports from Spain as bilateral trade tensions escalate over Middle East policy and defense spending. The potential tariffs threaten billions in transatlantic commerce and signal a sharper protectionist turn in bilateral relations.
