Now Trump wants help from allies, allies fed up with Trump say "no"

[Mac-7]

Where did I say America was a "horrible place"?

However it's not the "pinnacle of human development" you think it is either.

But then I've seen other countries and seen what can be done. Have you?

What nation is better than America?

 

[braalian]

What nation is better than America?

No country is best at everything.

Not even America.

 

[SweetSue92]

Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation

Iran threatened regional escalation in response to U.S. airstrikes, while President Trump urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides appear entrenched, with no diplomatic resolution in sight as oil supply disruptions continue. Iran has rejected a ceasefire until...

economictimes.indiatimes.com

"Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation"

So, Trump went off on one criticizing tradition US allies, like the UK, like Spain (the only two countries to participate in the Iraq War in 2003).

Now he's finding out the consequences to his actions. These allies don't want to join Trump because they think Trump is not the sort of ally you really want.

Good. I have said this for years. GOOD.

Hey Europe, don't call us when things fall apart, we'll call you. I mean, maybe.

 

[Mac-7]

No country is best at everything.

Not even America.

I never said America is the best at everything

 

[braalian]

I never said America is the best at everything

Then you concede that America could learn some things from other countries

 

[Mac-7]

Then you concede that America could learn some things from other countries

Of course

 

[frigidweirdo]

Everyone knows Israel has nukes but they are defensive. Iran intends to use theirs as soon as they can build them

Prove it. Oh, you can't. You're just saying what you've been told to say.

 

[frigidweirdo]

Good. I have said this for years. GOOD.

Hey Europe, don't call us when things fall apart, we'll call you. I mean, maybe.

Usually things are falling apart because of the US.

 

[Hafar1014]

Usually things are falling apart because of the US.

Rurope is collapsing caused by social policy spending, green enegry, and immigration by hostile Muslims

 

[frigidweirdo]

What nation is better than America?

Well, depends on how you define "better", doesn't it?

The biggest issue here is that for an American, American may well be "the best" because it's what they know. For a German is may well be Germany.

 

[Hafar1014]

Well, depends on how you define "better", doesn't it?

The biggest issue here is that for an American, American may well be "the best" because it's what they know. For a German is may well be Germany.

German manufacturing are leaving and coming to America. High energy costs and Green energy causing shortages. I have beem all over the world and America is still the best place to live unless you live in a democrat city or state

 

[frigidweirdo]

German manufacturing are leaving and coming to America. High energy costs and Green energy causing shortages. I have beem all over the world and America is still the best place to live unless you live in a democrat city or state

If you think manufacturing makes for "the best place to live"... then maybe you're right, though the Chinese might say something different.

But Germany might be a much better place to ACTUALLY LIVE.

It depends on many factors and which ones are important for you.

But your "unless you live in a democrat city or state".... which is half the country... so, maybe Germany is better after all.

 

[mudwhistle]

Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation

Iran threatened regional escalation in response to U.S. airstrikes, while President Trump urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides appear entrenched, with no diplomatic resolution in sight as oil supply disruptions continue. Iran has rejected a ceasefire until...

economictimes.indiatimes.com

"Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation"

So, Trump went off on one criticizing tradition US allies, like the UK, like Spain (the only two countries to participate in the Iraq War in 2003).

Now he's finding out the consequences to his actions. These allies don't want to join Trump because they think Trump is not the sort of ally you really want.

This isn't the first time Trump has asked the freeloaders to start doing their part.

 

[mudwhistle]

Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation

Iran threatened regional escalation in response to U.S. airstrikes, while President Trump urged allies to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides appear entrenched, with no diplomatic resolution in sight as oil supply disruptions continue. Iran has rejected a ceasefire until...

economictimes.indiatimes.com

"Trump calls for allies to help secure Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to step up retaliation"

So, Trump went off on one criticizing tradition US allies, like the UK, like Spain (the only two countries to participate in the Iraq War in 2003).

Now he's finding out the consequences to his actions. These allies don't want to join Trump because they think Trump is not the sort of ally you really want.

 

[Hafar1014]

If you think manufacturing makes for "the best place to live"... then maybe you're right, though the Chinese might say something different.

But Germany might be a much better place to ACTUALLY LIVE.

It depends on many factors and which ones are important for you.

But your "unless you live in a democrat city or state".... which is half the country... so, maybe Germany is better after all.

China has 30% unemployment 30 and under their real estate market crashed and its communist.

German manufacturing is experiencing a significant downturn, with industrial orders plunging 11.1% in January 2026, marking a severe, ongoing decline. High energy costs, weak global demand, stiff competition from China, and the costly transition to electric vehicles are driving de-industrialization, causing many companies to relocate production abroad.
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Key Causes for Manufacturing Decline

• High Energy Costs: Following the loss of cheap Russian natural gas, German industrial electricity prices are more than double those in the U.S. and China, crippling energy-intensive sectors like chemicals.
• Competition and Structural Shifts: China has transformed from a major customer to a key competitor, with Chinese goods replacing German production. Furthermore, the automotive sector is struggling to transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles.
• Economic Weakness: Weak demand from Asia and the U.S. has reduced orders, while high inflation and interest rates have dampened investment.
• Declining Infrastructure & Workforce: An aging workforce and a lack of investment in digitalization and infrastructure hinder productivity.
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Impact on Germany:

• Production Declines: Industrial production has fallen for consecutive months, with manufacturing's share of the economy dropping to its lowest levels in decades.
• Job Losses and Relocation: Major firms are shifting production to locations with cheaper energy and lower costs, causing significant job losses in key sectors like automotive and chemicals.
• Economic Stagnation: The German economy is experiencing its worst stagnation since reunification, severely affecting the broader European economic

 

[Churchill]

Everyone knows Israel has nukes but they are defensive.

I said Israel has never admitted having nukes, yet again your knowledge of Israel comes up shirt.

Iran intends to use theirs as soon as they can build them

Only according to lunatics, Kent is just the latest person to confirm.

Explain please, if Iran used a nuclear weapon on Israel what would Israel do? They would drop several of them on Iran and destroy the entire nation and population.

Therefore it is beyond obvious that even if the had such a weapon it would be used for deterrent purposes.

 

[Churchill]

Everyone has known for decades that Israel has nukes

Yes, so have I but Israel has never admitted it - go and check.

 

[Hafar1014]

I said Israel has never admitted having nukes, yet again your knowledge of Israel comes up shirt.

Only according to lunatics, Kent is just the latest person to confirm.

Explain please, if Iran used a nuclear weapon on Israel what would Israel do? They would drop several of them on Iran and destroy the entire nation and population.

Therefore it is beyond obvious that even if the had such a weapon it would be used for deterrent purposes.

Iran wouldnt care their leaders would leave and takeover the Middle east. from another country Israel would be destroyed. American cities would be target for backpack nukes. Iran would be in a dominant position to control the Middle East.

 

[Churchill]

Iran wouldnt care their leaders would leave and takeover the Middle east. from another country Israel would be destroyed. American cities would be target for backpack nukes. Iran would be in a dominant position to control the Middle East.

Spoken like a true dedicated antipersian. Iran has never tried to take over any country, you do realize that?

So you think they'd drop a nuke in Israel, then the "leaders" would run away before Israel retaliates and take over some other country?

As I write this Israel is bombing nuclear sites in Iran, an act that could jeopardize the health of millions of civilians, even Israelis if the wind blows in that direction.

I thought you said Jews had a very high IQ, looks like that gene skipped a generation in your case.

BREAKING:

 

[Mac-7]

Well, depends on how you define "better", doesn't it?

The biggest issue here is that for an American, American may well be "the best" because it's what they know. For a German is may well be Germany.

You sound like obama

He hated America too

I dont know what the future holds for MY country

Your country must really suck since you devote so much attention over here

But whatever happens is in God’s hands, both for America and for America’s enemies