Trump criticizes Starmer over Iran stance, warns Europe of Putin fear

US President Donald Trump criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for not seeking cabinet approval before decisions, questioning his approach to supporting the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Starmer maintains the UK won't join combat but will help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump praised France's support (rated 8/10) but faulted European hesitation, stating Putin fears the US military more than Europe. He urged allies to send mineboats to the Strait, claiming Iranians oppose their leadership but fear retaliation. German Chancellor Merz pushed back against full NATO involvement, calling the war a political crisis without military solution.

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