Trump, Rutte Discuss NATO Role in Iran War

0:00On April 9th, NATO chief Mark Rhett just had a straight talk meeting with President Trump in Washington about the alliance's role in the recent Iran war. Trump made it clear he's disappointed, saying NATO wasn't there when the U.S. needed them during Operation Epic Fury. Routé pushback, noting most European nations stepped up with bases, logistics, and overflights to support America. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer drew some heat for keeping Britain out of the offensive and limiting U.S. use of bases. But Routé highlighted Starmer's positive moves, like chairing a virtual meeting of over 30 nations to secure the strait of Hormuz, which Iran had, nearly shut down, hitting global trade hard. Trump vented on true social, calling NATO a failure that's been tested and flopped, while the White House accused allies of turning their backs after. The U.S. funded their defense for six weeks. While Secretary Caroline Levitt dismissed post- These Fire Pledges for free navigation in the strait, Routé told CNN it was a frank chat between friends, with Trump listening to

1:03points about Europe's help as a launch pad for U.S. power. He also met Secretary of State Marco Rubio to talk burden sharing in NATO and wrapping up the Russia-Ukraine war. Leaders issued a joint statement committing to keep that key shipping lane open, setting the stage for better coordination ahead.