Trump Praises UK Troops After Afghanistan Comments Backlash
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News18•25-01-2026, 01:30
Trump Praises UK Troops After Afghanistan Comments Backlash
- •Donald Trump praised British soldiers who fought in Afghanistan on Truth Social, partially reversing earlier controversial remarks.
- •His comments followed a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, emphasizing the strong bond between US and UK militaries.
- •Trump described the 457 British servicemen and women who died in Afghanistan as "among the greatest of all warriors."
- •The praise came after Trump's interview with Fox Business Network where he questioned NATO allies' commitment and suggested their troops stayed "a little off the front lines."
- •Starmer had called Trump's initial comments "insulting and frankly appalling," raising the issue in their Saturday conversation.
Why It Matters: Trump lauded UK troops in Afghanistan, softening earlier critical remarks after widespread backlash and a call with Starmer.
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