General · 26 March 2026

Donald Trump calls UK ships 'toys'

President Trump attacked NATO allies at a White House Cabinet meeting, saying they did "absolutely nothing" to help the US during the Iran war. He also mocked Britain's offer of aircraft carriers, calling HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales "toys compared to what we have." The UK government disputes ever having made such an offer.

By BriefTea Editorial · 26 March 2026 at 18:17

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