Question

Why would Rome be so upset about Carthaginian rise in power in Spain if they were using that money to pay the Romans their war indemnity (reimbursement)?​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Rome did this due to Carthage's proven power in the first 2 Punic Wars. Rome feared Carthage and therefore wanted to bring about an end to Carthaginian power. Their spheres of influence overlapped and Rome just could not put up a powerful rival threatening its interests.