Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said Britain is giving serious thought to sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East, but he said he does not need them in the Iran war.
Trump comments on UK carriers
Trump wrote on Truth Social: “That’s OK, Prime Minister Starmer, we don’t need them any longer — But we will remember.” He added: “We don’t need people that join Wars after we’ve already won!”
BBC report on HMS Prince of Wales
Trump’s comments came after the BBC reported that UK aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has been placed on advanced readiness.
How do you view the role of UK aircraft carriers in Middle East operations?