Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:53pm on 03 Apr 2026,Friday International
Donald Trump mocked Keir Starmer during a White House speech, accusing him of hesitating to deploy UK aircraft carriers for the US-Israeli war against Iran. Trump claimed Starmer deferred the decision to his team despite the urgency, ridiculing Britain’s carriers as “old” and “broken.” He also criticised NATO as a “paper tiger,” questioning its reliability in major conflicts. Additionally, Trump took a swipe at Emmanuel Macron, alleging France refused immediate assistance. The remarks highlight growing transatlantic tensions as the conflict escalates, with allies divided over military support and strategic responses in the Gulf region. (PC: X)
