British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pushed back against Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO, arguing that remaining in the alliance serves American interests.
Speaking from the Gulf region, where he has been holding talks on the ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, Starmer made the case for the transatlantic defense partnership as tensions over the military pact intensify.
The prime minister also called on European members to increase their contributions to NATO, particularly given regional instability tied to the Iran conflict.
Trump has repeatedly suggested the U.S. could leave NATO, citing concerns about burden-sharing among member states. His comments have rattled allies across Europe and prompted urgent diplomatic efforts to shore up support for the 75-year-old alliance.
Starmer's intervention reflects broader concerns in European capitals that the incoming Trump administration could fundamentally reshape the transatlantic relationship. The British leader's trip through the Gulf underscores how Middle East security challenges are intertwined with the NATO discussion, as Iran's regional activities continue to shape strategic calculations across Europe and North America.
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