President of the United States Donald Trump called NATO a “paper tiger” without American support and accused the Alliance of cowardice. He said that the allies were unwilling to take military action against Iran, but now complain about oil prices.
Trump criticises NATO
Donald Trump said that NATO without US participation is a “paper tiger” and cowards. According to him, the allies did not want to engage in combat to stop Iran.
Trump stressed that now that the military operation has been completed with minimal risk to them, NATO countries are complaining about high oil prices.
The situation around the Strait of Hormuz
Trump stressed that the countries NATO are unwilling to help open the Strait of Hormuz. He called it a ‘simple military manoeuvre’ that could lower oil prices.
The President added that this task does not pose a significant threat to the Alliance, but that allies are avoiding participation.
Context.
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important oil transportation route. Any military action in the region affects global oil prices.
Donald Trump has repeatedly criticised NATO for insufficient funding and participation in joint operations.
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