Despite Donald Trump’s assertion of having secured commitments from some U.S. allies to send ships to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, traditional allies of the United States have categorically rejected his demand for participation in the conflict.
NBC News reported on several of these refusals:
In the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced criticism from Trump for not engaging in the initial strike on Iran.
During a news briefing on Monday, Starmer stated he was “collaborating with all our allies, including our European partners,” to “restore the freedom of navigation” swiftly.
He emphasized, “We must ultimately reopen the Strait of Hormuz to ensure market stability,” acknowledging that this task is complex.
Starmer clarified his stance, stating that he would not involve his country in “the broader war,” and emphasized that any mission concerning Hormuz should be a collective effort involving the U.S. and Gulf states, rather than solely relying on NATO.
Additionally, both Japan and Australia have expressed no intention to deploy ships in response to Trump’s appeal.
On Truth Social, Trump suggested he never intended to rely on NATO’s assistance. Meanwhile, Senator Lindsey Graham, known for his strong stance on the Middle East, expressed his frustration on X.
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