Trump provokes outrage with Nato Afghanistan claims

Evening Standard 2026-01-23

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Donald Trump has provoked outrage among MPs and veterans after claiming Nato troops stayed away from the front line in Afghanistan.The US president made his comments in an interview with Fox News in which he reiterated his suggestion that Nato would not support America if asked.His remarks drew condemnation from across the political spectrum, with critics pointing to the 457 British deaths in Afghanistan and highlighting Mr Trump’s avoidance of military service in Vietnam.

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