The Spanish Government has just committed military aid to Ukraine whose historical dimension reveals the seriousness of the threat Putin represents for Europe.
The pact establishes an unprecedented military aid package valued at 1.129 billion euros and guarantees long-term support regardless of government changes. This underscores the cross-party consensus on the Ukrainian cause.
Zelenski's visit to Madrid serves as a warning about the implications of the war on the EU, which has challenged the security structure put in place after World War II.
Putin has prepared Russia for a long conflict and has shifted the economy towards the war effort.
The wavering attempts of Europe and the US, embroiled in their own electoral campaigns, have allowed the Kremlin to advance.
Conclusion: Spain's military agreement underlines its commitment to Ukraine's security and highlights the need to resist Putin's illiberal model and its threat to the existing liberal order.