Trump requests European allies send warships to help unblock Strait of Hormuz during Iran conflict
President Trump has demanded that European allies, particularly the UK, send warships to help the U.S. unblock the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing Iran conflict. European allies including Britain and France have refused to participate, with EU officials stating this is not Europe's war and they were not consulted. Trump expressed particular frustration with the UK's refusal, calling them the 'Rolls-Royce of allies' but saying he was 'not happy' with their response.
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“Trump's failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect”
“Trump's failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect”
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