Trump calls Nato allies 'cowards' over Strait of Hormuz as energy fears keep oil prices high - BBC

President Trump has criticized NATO allies as "cowards" over their handling of security in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway through which roughly one-third of global seaborne oil passes. The remark reflects Trump's ongoing push for European nations to increase military spending and take greater responsibility for regional security challenges. Oil prices have remained elevated amid concerns about potential disruptions to shipping through the strait, a key chokepoint for energy supplies to global markets. Trump has repeatedly pressured NATO members to boost defense budgets, arguing the U.S. bears too much of the alliance's burden. The criticism underscores growing tension between Trump and traditional European allies over defense commitments and burden-sharing.