Trump's 'Disappointing' NATO Claims Spark UK Outrage Over Afghanistan Sacrifices

• Donald Trump's claim that NATO troops avoided frontline combat in Afghanistan has drawn sharp criticism from UK politicians and military veterans.
• Trump made the remarks in a Fox News interview, suggesting NATO allies wouldn't support the US if called upon, despite 457 British service personnel deaths in Afghanistan.
• A total of 3,486 NATO troops, including 2,461 US personnel, died during the 20-year conflict, with Denmark having the highest per capita toll outside the US.
• UK officials like Stephen Kinnock, Calvin Bailey, and Ben Obese-Jecty condemned Trump's comments as 'deeply disappointing' and an 'insult' to the sacrifices made.
• Critics highlighted Trump's own history of avoiding military service during the Vietnam War, calling his remarks offensive and inaccurate.

Why It Matters: Trump's remarks on NATO troops in Afghanistan ignited UK fury, disrespecting allied sacrifices and military service.