WASHINGTON, March 20 – President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack Friday against NATO member nations, branding them as ‘cowards’ for their refusal to back the ongoing U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran.
Taking to social media, Trump declared: ‘Without the U.S.A., NATO IS A PAPER TIGER!’
The president has been pressing major American allies – none of whom were briefed about the military action beforehand – to assist in protecting maritime traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The military confrontation has caused widespread disruption to international markets, resulted in thousands of casualties, and forced millions from their homes since the U.S.-Israeli offensive launched on February 28.
Trump expressed frustration that NATO member states refuse to participate in combat operations against Iran while simultaneously voicing concerns about escalating fuel costs.
‘Now that fight is Militarily WON, with very little danger for them, they complain about the high oil prices they are forced to pay, but don’t want to help open the Strait of Hormuz, a simple military maneuver that is the single reason for the high oil prices. So easy for them to do, with so little risk,’ Trump posted.
He concluded his message with: ‘COWARDS, and we will REMEMBER!’
