Politis

Live: Trump: “The US Will Consider Leaving NATO” - Macron: “France Will Not Send Ships to Ormuz

Published March 17, 2026, 17:20
Live: Trump: “The US Will Consider Leaving NATO” - Macron: “France Will Not Send Ships to Ormuz

Donald Trump stated that the US will consider leaving NATO, as it does not need the support of the alliance’s countries. This statement was made in a post on the Truth Social platform and reiterated in a press conference. Simultaneously, Emmanuel Macron announced that France will not send ships for operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation in the Middle East remains tense, with the war continuing for the 18th day and with mutual threats of hard strikes. In addition, the resignation of Joey Kent, a US counterterrorism official, was announced due to the war against Iran, arguing that Tehran does not pose an immediate threat to the US. Oil prices continue to rise, approaching $100 a barrel, amid concerns about the safety of transport in the Strait of Hormuz. The situation is being closely monitored by the international community.