By SCM REPORTER
DONALD TRUMP has told the United Kingdom to “go to the Strait and just take” the fuel it needs, declaring that the era of American protection is officially over.
In a blistering social media broadside, the former President accused Britain of lacking “courage” and failing to support US military action against Tehran. The verbal hand grenade comes as global energy markets reel from a chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most vital oil artery.
Writing on Truth Social, Trump didn’t hold back, mocking the UK for its refusal to join what he termed the “decapitation” of the Iranian regime.
”I have a suggestion for you,” Trump wrote, addressing nations facing a jet fuel drought. “Number one, buy from the US, we have plenty. Number two, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait and just take it.”
The Republican heavyweight, known for his ‘America First’ doctrine, warned that the “special relationship” might be running on empty. He claimed that because Britain “wasn’t there for us,” the US military would no longer act as the world’s policeman or the UK’s private security guard.
”You will have to start learning how to fight for yourself,” he added. “The US won’t be there to help anymore.”
In a final taunt, Trump suggested the heavy lifting had already been done by American forces, claiming Iran has been “essentially decimated.”
”The hard part is done,” he declared. “Go get your own oil.”
Background: The Powder Keg in the Gulf
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Oman and Iran that links the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It is the world’s most important oil transit chokepoint.
The Supply Squeeze: Roughly 20% of the world’s total oil consumption passes through the Strait daily. Any disruption causes immediate spikes in prices for petrol and jet fuel globally.
The Conflict: Tensions have reached a breaking point following a series of military strikes aimed at “decapitating” the Iranian leadership’s command structure. While the US has led the kinetic charge, the UK government has historically been more cautious, often opting for diplomatic pressure and maritime sanctions over direct total war.
The Trump Doctrine: Trump’s latest comments reinforce his long-standing grievance that NATO allies and “special” partners like the UK are “free-riders” on American military might.
By telling the UK to “just take” the oil, he is advocating for a radical shift toward unilateral British military intervention in the Middle East.
Downing Street has yet to comment on the outburst, but senior Whitehall sources suggest the “unhelpful” comments could further destabilise already volatile fuel prices.
