Trump criticized NATO allies for not fighting in Afghanistan.

Donald Trump criticized NATO troops for staying “a little off the front lines” in Afghanistan, questioning the alliance’s commitment. The US invoked Article 5 after 9/11, leading to a US-led invasion where the UK had the second-highest military deaths. Trump’s comments were condemned as an insult to the sacrifices of troops, with MPs and veterans expressing outrage. US officials and allies defended their contributions, rejecting Trump’s remarks as disrespectful.

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