Iran war live: US 'seeks help' as Trump threatens Europe with troop withdrawals
US President Donald Trump is seeking help from the UK and other European countries to form a new coalition to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while threatening to withdraw US troops from Europe. Iran has presented a 14-point plan to the US amid negotiations to end the war, demanding a US withdrawal and an end to the blockade.
US President Donald Trump is seeking help from the UK and other European countries to form a new coalition called the 'Maritime Freedom Construct' to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The effort complements a maritime planning effort led by the UK and France. Trump has attacked European countries for a lack of assistance during the conflict with Iran and belittled the size of the British Navy. Iran has presented a 14-point plan to the US, demanding a US withdrawal from the vicinity, an end to the blockade, and a ceasefire. The US had previously sent Iran a nine-point proposal requesting a two-month ceasefire. Trump's administration plans to review Iran's proposal.
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