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Nato is starting to consider Strait of Hormuz mission to protect ships

Some countries, such as Spain, have been unequivocal in their opposition to the war

Malaysia's Defence Minister said  Norway’s decision raised questions over the trustworthiness of international defence partners, particularly those from Western or Nato countries.

Malaysia seeks more than US$250 million from Norway over axed defence deal 

Norway’s decision raised questions over the trustworthiness of international defence partners

The drawdown comes after Trump's spat with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has questioned Washington’s exit strategy in the Middle East.

Trump’s planned US troop drawdown from Germany questioned by allies at home, in Nato

Nato said it was working with the US to understand the details of the decision

European confidence in American leadership is at an all-time low; more people in Spain, Italy, France and Germany now regard the US as a threat than a “close ally”, a poll shows.
THE BOTTOM LINE

Are Europe and America headed for divorce?

For now, the two sides remain locked in an unhappy marriage

The speedy deterioration of Trump’s relationships has been remarkable, even for a president known for his volatile temperament and quick disposal of allies.

Trump’s isolation deepens as his ties with longtime allies fray

Many allies have so far refused to participate in the US blockade

A UK-led coalition of more than 40 countries has pledged to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

US asks allies to pitch plans within days to secure Hormuz

The closing of the strait has sent global energy prices soaring and raised concerns about imminent fuel shortages

US President Donald Trump at a news conference at the White House on Monday (Apr 6).  He has divulged little about any ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Iran.

‘We have to have a deal that’s acceptable to me’: 6 takeaways from Trump’s news conference on Iran

The US president continued to make Venezuela the model for his vision of how to deal with Iran

US ties with Nato, long strained under Trump, have deteriorated over the Iran war.

Trump raises Greenland dispute as he assails Nato over Iran war

The US president has long sought Greenland, a Danish territory

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned that she faced an “extremely difficult” meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

Trump calls for Japan, Nato to ‘step up’ on Iran as oil prices bite

Trump’s pleas for help have received a lukewarm response from allies

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (top) spoke with his Iranian counterpart after the incident, warning against actions that would allow the conflict to spread further across the region.

Nato shoots down Iranian ballistic missile headed for Turkey

The missile flew through Iraqi and Syrian airspace before it was shot down