Trump criticises Australia for not sending warships to Strait of Hormuz | ABC NEWS

Donald Trump has lashed out at allies including Australia for their refusal to deploy warships to the Middle East as the war with Iran rages on.
The US president labelled his request for assistance in opening the crucial shipping passage as a 'test' for NATO allies, saying he no longer needed their help.

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