Gibraltar has been a British overseas territory since 1713, when it was captured by British forces during the War of the Spanish Succession. However, Spain has always claimed sovereignty over Gibraltar and has repeatedly called for its return. The issue of Gibraltar's sovereignty remains a source of tension between the United Kingdom and Spain, and it has been the subject of numerous negotiations and discussions over the years.
Despite these efforts, the status of Gibraltar remains unresolved and the territory continues to be administered by the United Kingdom. While the majority of the population of Gibraltar identifies as British and supports remaining a part of the United Kingdom, a significant minority of the population identifies as Spanish and supports Spanish sovereignty.