Donald Trump said he is seriously considering withdrawing the US from NATO after allies refused to support his Iran war effort. He called the alliance a “paper tiger” and suggested exit is “beyond reconsideration.” The stance reflects growing US frustration over Europe’s reluctance to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, whose closure has disrupted global energy flows and raised recession risks.

2026-04-01

Donald Trump said he is seriously considering withdrawing the US from NATO after allies refused to support his Iran war effort. He called the alliance a “paper tiger” and suggested exit is “beyond reconsideration.” The stance reflects growing US frustration over Europe’s reluctance to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, whose closure has disrupted global energy flows and raised recession risks.