Trump’s failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by By JOHN LEICESTER and EMMA BURROWSMarch 18, 2026 at 03:23 PM

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President Trump is reportedly frustrated as key allies decline to support the U.S. stance on Iran. Specifically, NATO has refused to join the U.S. in sending warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the U.K.'s resistance to joining a potential conflict with Iran, stating Starmer is "no Churchill." These actions highlight a growing divide between the U.S. and its allies regarding Iran policy and suggest a diminishing effectiveness of U.S. pressure tactics on international partners. The disagreements center around military involvement and approaches to dealing with Iran.

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France 40% Strait of Hormuz 50% United Kingdom 60% NATO 60% United States 60% Emmanuel Macron ×470% Iran ×270% Keir Starmer ×580% Donald Trump ×790%

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donald trump 100% iran 90% allies 80% u.s. war 70% strait of hormuz 70% keir starmer 60% pressure 60% nato 50% emmanuel macron 50%

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Iran

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