Spain declares permanent withdrawal of ambassador to Buenos Aires in response to derogatory comments by Argentine President about Spanish Prime Minister's wife. Argentina refuses to reciprocate the action.
Key Points
Spain's permanent withdrawal of ambassador to Buenos Aires
Argentina's refusal to reciprocate the action
Derogatory comments by Argentine President about Spanish Prime Minister's wife
Insults and snubbing of usual protocols led to diplomatic escalation
Pros
Spain standing up for the dignity and sovereignty of its institutions
Maintaining diplomatic relations despite tensions
Cons
Escalation of tensions between the two countries
Insults and derogatory comments exchanged at the diplomatic level