The Western Democracies involved in the Spanish Civil War were mainly fueled with motives in regards to the benefits of their own countries.
In France, the popular front was seen as a natural ally to Spain. However, it did not offer much support because it still wanted to remain close allies with UK who wanted to prevent the possible confrontation with Italy and Germany (as they supported opposing parties).
The Non-Intervention Neutrality Act was suggested by France's Popular Front in order to minimize German and Italian aid to the Nationalists. This agreement stated that all nations would attempt to remain neutral and not interfere with Spain's affairs, by putting an embargo on arms sales or supplies to Spain.
This agreement, however, was ignored by Germany, Italy and the Soviet Union as they insisted on sending aid. As a result, the Republicans could only rely on Soviet arm supplies which led to profound political influence by the Communist party.
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