Trump slams NATO as allies reject US call for support on Iran

Washington: US President Donald Trump has reacted strongly after several allied nations declined requests for support amid escalating tensions involving Iran.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump asserted that the United States does not require assistance from its allies.

“As the president of a powerful country like the United States, I want to make it clear that we do not need anyone’s help,” he said.

However, Trump sharply criticized the NATO, calling its position a “foolish mistake” and stating that the alliance should have been present in the region during this critical time.

Responding to remarks by Emmanuel Macron, who ruled out participation in any operation to secure the Strait of Hormuz, Trump suggested that the French president may soon leave office.

Trump also named Japan, Australia, and South Korea, saying that while many nations agreed with U.S. actions toward Iran, they failed to support Washington when it mattered most.

Earlier, several countries—including the United Kingdom, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and China—had declined Trump’s request to assist in operations related to the Strait of Hormuz.