Trump criticises European allies over lack of support during war on Iran
US President Donald Trump has criticised several European allies for what he described as a lack of support during the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Speaking alongside NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office, Trump said the US did not require assistance but would have welcomed stronger backing from European governments.
"We didn't need help on this at all," Trump said, adding that "it would have been nice" if European countries had offered support.
Trump singled out several allies for criticism, saying he was "disappointed" with Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany and France. He also renewed his criticism of Spain, describing it as "a horror show".
The US president has repeatedly accused European allies of failing to adequately support the war effort. Spain, in particular, has faced criticism from Washington after refusing to allow the US military to use joint military bases on its territory for attacks on Iran.