Spain halts controversial $7.5m deal to buy ammunition from Israeli company

Spain's government canceled a $7.5 million deal for ammonium nitrate with Israel due to opposition from far-left parties within its coalition, which threatened to leave the governing group. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez intervened after the Sumar parties, which included several key ministers, threatened to withdraw their support. Despite protests, the Spanish interior ministry later proceeded with the contract, citing concerns over compensation for IMI Solutions. Public opinion remains divided, with nearly a 1% margin favoring opposition. Analysts note potential tensions between left-wing factions and government ties, amid criticism Spain faces for increased defense spending in Gaza.