European Allies Block US War Flights, Trump Says 'US A Will Remember'
Key Takeaways
- France, Spain, and Italy blocked or denied airspace for U.S.-bound flights.
- Italy denied landing rights for U.S. war planes at Sigonella base in Sicily.
- Trump criticized allies and vowed the US will remember after they blocked flights.
France Blocks US-Israeli Arms Flights
France denied Israel permission to use its airspace to transport American weapons for the Iran war.
Trump criticised France on Truth Social, calling it very unhelpful and warning that the US will remember.
Israel responded by halting defence sales to France.
Italy Denies US Plane Access to Sigonella
Italy denied US military aircraft permission to use the Sigonella base in Sicily.
Washington had not sought prior authorisation.
Spain has also closed its airspace to American aircraft involved in the war.
Trump Blames Allies for Iran War Rift
Trump launched a blistering verbal assault on traditional allies.
“A growing standoff between President Donald Trump and a key NATO ally escalated Monday after Spain blocked U”
He told the UK to buy US jet fuel and take control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump declared the US would no longer provide a security umbrella for non-participating allies.
European Frustration Grows
The expanding refusal of European countries to support US logistics signals a rupture.
Spain's denial of airspace and base use added to the strain.
Israel's diplomatic fallout with France compounded tensions.
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