# Could Trump’s Iran trade war threaten Spain’s saffron-infused paella?

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- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-07 12:00 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/7/could-trumps-iran-trade-war-threaten-spains-saffron-infused-paella?traffic_source=rss

> US threats to punish Iran’s trading partners could disrupt Spain’s saffron supply. Although Castilla-La Mancha grows saffron, Spain relies heavily on Iran, prompting concern among importers, processors and exporters. Officials say disruption would not necessarily cause shortages for consumers, while a Valencia paella chef remains unfazed.