Today in Focus Trump lashes out at Nato: will Europe stand up to him? – The Latest
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Apr 1, 2026 Jon Henley, the Guardian’s Europe correspondent, gives on-the-ground analysis of how European capitals are reacting to US pressure. He discusses renewed attacks on NATO, national refusals to support US plans in the Strait of Hormuz, and rising European resolve and tensions over resource diversion from Ukraine.
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Trump's Narrative Pressure On Allies
- Donald Trump is using a constructed narrative to browbeat allies into accepting his version of events.
- Jon Henley says Trump swears his narrative is true then pressures the world, but objective realities of war resist that pressure.
What Article 5 Actually Means
- NATO's Article 5 is defensive and does not obligate members to join offensive wars the US pursues.
- Jon Henley notes Article 5 was only triggered after 9/11 for Afghanistan, and Europeans did respond then with casualties.
Europe Won't Join Active Combat In Hormuz
- European governments are stiffening their stance and refusing unconditional support for US actions in Iran.
- Jon Henley says Europe would only consider naval operations in the Strait of Hormuz after a ceasefire and agreed terms.