NATO’s Rutte told allies Trump wants Hormuz commitments within days, diplomats say

NATO’s Rutte told allies Trump wants Hormuz commitments within days, diplomats say

From cnbc.com

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has briefed some capitals that U.S. President Donald Trump wants concrete commitments within the next few days for help securing the Strait of Hormuz, two European diplomats told Reuters on Thursday. Rutte met with Trump in Washington on Wednesday, amid tensions within the alliance over the Iran war. “We note the frustration in Washington, but they did not consult allies either before or after starting this war,” said one of the diplomats. “NATO as such would not play a role in the war against Iran, but allies want to be helpful in seeking longer-term solutions for Hormuz. With ... (full story)

Trader#B756

Apr 9, 2026 10:59am

I thought he said he didn't need Nato. Why should Nato get involved in a war of choice that has no end game

Apr 9, 2026 8:02pm

Hope all the nations just ignore Trump...

Apr 9, 2026 11:17am

Netanyahu and Trump don't have Enough stock on

Anybody Here Agree But It's The fact

Apr 9, 2026 12:21pm

its time for your nap Mr Cool01

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Trader#ED48

Apr 9, 2026 11:36am

I have a better idea. Europeans take a huge dump on the crying of orange clown and finance building oil pipelines on land in friendly countries.

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Apr 9, 2026 12:28pm

THANK GOD we have a President after four years of shame.

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Apr 9, 2026 9:01pm

I agree, thank God for President Trump.

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