Trump slams UK, France over Iran war, urges allies to ‘take’ oil from Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump accused Britain and France of failing to support Washington during the ongoing offensive against Iran, which has claimed more than 1,340 lives. He warned that America would not come to their aid in future conflicts and suggested fuel‑short nations should seize oil from the strategic waterway.
US President Donald Trump launched a sharp criticism against two key European allies on Tuesday, accusing Britain of declining to join the joint US‑Israeli military campaign against Iran and lambasting France for denying overflight rights to military supply aircraft bound for Israel. Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump argued that nations struggling with fuel shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz should look to the United States for supply—and “build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT.”
Allegations of Abandonment
The president accused those countries of failing to stand by Washington throughout the conflict, stating: “You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore.” He also asserted that Iran has been “essentially, decimated,” adding, “The hard part is done. Go get your own oil.”
Separate Rebuke for France
In a distinct post, Trump took aim at France for what he called being “VERY UNHELPFUL” following the airstrikes that killed Iran’s then‑Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on February 28. “The Country of France wouldn’t let planes headed to Israel, loaded up with military supplies, fly over French territory. … The U.S.A. will REMEMBER,” he warned.
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Regional Fallout and Rising Casualties
The US‑Israeli strikes on Iran have so far resulted in over 1,340 fatalities. Tehran has responded with drone and missile attacks targeting Israel as well as Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf nations hosting American military assets. The retaliatory strikes have caused infrastructure damage and casualties while disrupting global aviation and energy markets—developments that further underscore the fragility of stability in a region critical to Türkiye’s security and economic interests.
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