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“This is not our war”: the countries refusing Trump’s call for help

March 17, 2026·15 min·3-min readnews briefnews
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  • Trump urges allies to send military support to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but faces widespread refusal.
  • NATO allies, including the UK and Germany, reject involvement in the Middle East conflict, citing its non-defensive nature.
  • China avoids direct support despite being Iran’s t

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