Trump praises ‘brave’ UK troops after accusations of insulting US allies

US President Donald Trump praised British soldiers after his earlier disparaging remarks sparked outrage among veterans and officials in Europe.

Trump came under fire earlier this week when he claimed that allies “stayed a little back, a little off the front lines” during the 20-year American-led occupation of Afghanistan. He also said the US “never needed” any help.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called Trump’s remarks “insulting and frankly appalling” and suggested that he should apologize.

Trump changed his tone on Saturday, acknowledging the role of UK troops.

“The GREAT and very BRAVE soldiers of the United Kingdom will always be with the United States of America! In Afghanistan, 457 died, many were badly injured, and they were among the greatest of all warriors,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

“It’s a bond too strong to ever be broken. The UK Military, with tremendous Heart and Soul, is second to none (except for the USA!). We love you all, and always will!” he added.