He firmly believed in the rivalry of France and Spain and considered France the enemy. Therefore, he tried to isolate the young Queen from any french influence. In 1681, Medinaceli managed to have the Marquis of Villars, the french ambassador, removed from the spanish court.
He fervently supported the rivalry between France and Spain, regarding France as an adversary. As a result, he sought to shield the young Queen from any potential French impact. In 1681, Medinaceli successfully managed to have the Marquis of Villars, the French ambassador, removed from the Spanish court.