Trump warns NATO of 'very bad' future if allies don't help secure Strait of Hormuz

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Eric MackMarch 16, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Trump warns NATO of 'very bad' future if allies don't help secure Strait of Hormuz

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President Trump warned NATO that its future is in jeopardy if member nations do not assist the U.S. in securing the Strait of Hormuz. In an interview and subsequent remarks, Trump stated that countries benefiting from the Strait's oil traffic should help ensure its safety. He questioned NATO's commitment to the U.S., citing American support for Ukraine as an example of assistance not reciprocated. Trump highlighted that the U.S. is now a net oil exporter, unlike most NATO allies who rely on Middle Eastern oil. He expressed optimism that allies would join the effort to police the Strait, despite his long-standing criticism of NATO members' defense spending.

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