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Trump Attacks NATO Over Stance on Iran War – “Cowards We’ll Remember, Without Us You Are a Paper Tiger” – Allies Respond with Withdrawal from Iraq

Published March 20, 2026, 17:16
Trump Attacks NATO Over Stance on Iran War – “Cowards We’ll Remember, Without Us You Are a Paper Tiger” – Allies Respond with Withdrawal from Iraq

Donald Trump strongly criticized NATO over its stance on the war with Iran, accusing it of a lack of support and claiming that without the US it is a "paper tiger". He also criticized NATO members for high oil prices and their refusal to help open the Strait of Hormuz. In response, NATO decided to withdraw its mission from Iraq citing "security reasons". This withdrawal concerns the majority of the mission, with the exception of small forces from Turkey and Romania. The decision comes amid growing concerns for personnel safety amid continued tensions in the region. NATO's mission in Iraq is non-combat and focuses on providing advice and strengthening Iraqi military capabilities.