Trump praised the role of British soldiers in Afghanistan on Truth Social after a week of controversy over his comments that NATO allies had stayed away from direct combat. The former U.S. president highlighted that 457 British troops had died and that the United Kingdom and the United States were “strong and brave” partners. The remarks came after Trump had suggested in a Fox News interview that NATO forces had largely stayed behind the front lines, a statement that angered allies, especially the UK. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the comment “insulting” and “absolutely horrible,” and the two leaders later spoke on the phone, reaffirming the importance of the UK‑U.S. relationship and the need to strengthen Arctic security. The exchange underscores the continuing tensions over the legacy of the 20‑year Afghanistan war and the role of NATO allies.

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