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Trump Ridiculed for 'Sending Out Invitations to WWIII' as He 'Pleads' Allies for Iran Help

Trump urged allied nations to share responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz, which handles about one-fifth of global oil, warning NATO of consequences if they do not assist.

  • Yesterday, President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social urging international cooperation to secure the Strait of Hormuz, saying the effort should be a collective responsibility.
  • Against a backdrop of calls to reduce unilateral commitments, Trump had previously declared the U.S. had already 'won' in Iran, prompting a shift toward burden-sharing.
  • The post drew immediate online backlash for seeking help despite claiming victory, while supporters praised it as pragmatic; MS NOW's Chris Hayes called it an "instant classic," Professor Phillips P. O'Brien a "work of art," and PatriotTakes said it was "sending out invitations to WWIII."
  • Warning NATO could face consequences, Trump said member support is crucial to reopen the strait and he might delay a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this month unless China clarifies its position.
  • As oil prices surge and tanker traffic remains vulnerable, the episode highlights tensions in securing chokepoints while U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met in Paris on Sunday.
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One day after calling for help from NATO allies, Trump claims that the U.S. has severely impacted Iran’s military equipment in the Strait of Ormuz

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