The US-Iran conflict has exposed fractures in the US and tested the allegiances of its allies, with President Trump now considering a possible exit from NATO.
Following a series of rebukes from European allies, Trump has professed a 'dangerous idea' that has global ramifications: pulling the US out of the military bloc.
In an interview with The Telegraph, Trump said he is strongly considering pulling the US out of NATO after it failed to join the war against Iran.
Trump's anguish with NATO countries stems from a range of setbacks, including Switzerland denying airspace to US warplanes, Spain condemning the US war in Iran, and Italy denying permission to US aircraft seeking to land at bases in Sicily.
France has allowed the use of its bases for support functions but refused to permit operations linked to offensive strikes.
Trump's remark is a fresh evidence of Europe drifting away from the US, a trend that started with disagreements over aid to Ukraine against Russia and the latest with the war in Iran.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer responded to Trump's criticism, saying he would act in the country's interest and deepen its relationship with Europe.
