Gibraltar Tensions Rise as Leaks Show UK Bowed to Spanish Pressure on Events
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Tensions between Britain and Spain have escalated over Gibraltar's status, with Spain opposing UK events there like a Red Arrows display.
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Leaked cables show Britain yielded to Spanish pressure and cancelled the Red Arrows event, despite objections from Gibraltar's governor.
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The cancellations raise questions about Spain influencing British decisions about Gibraltar ahead of post-Brexit negotiations.
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Talks are stalled over demands like Spanish control of Gibraltar's airport, with Spain accused of making unacceptable sovereignty threats.
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Despite setbacks, Gibraltar's Chief Minister expresses optimism about reaching a post-Brexit border/transit agreement.