Trump Lashes Out at NATO Allies Who Refused to Join Iran Operation: "We Don't Need Them!"
טראמפ נגד חברות נאט"ו: "הודיעו לנו שלא ישתתפו במבצע נגד איראן. לא צריך אותן!"
Summary
President Trump publicly attacked NATO allies who informed the US they would not participate in military operations against Iran, including efforts to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. He accused them of always expecting American protection while offering nothing in return. Trump added that given US military success, Washington no longer needs or wants allied assistance.
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