"Trump stated, 'Probably look, why shouldn't I? Italy has not been of any help to us and Spain has been horrible, absolutely horrible.'"
"Italy's defense minister, Guido Crosetto, said, 'I do not understand Trump's motives for the threat to withdraw US troops from Italy and rejected accusations that Rome had not helped the US, especially in relation to maritime security.'"
"'As is clear to everyone, this never happened,' Crosetto told Ansa, referring to Trump's accusations about European-linked ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz."
"'Last month Trump threatened to impose a full trade embargo on Spain,' highlighting the tensions between the US and Spain regarding military cooperation."
Trump has threatened to withdraw US troops from Italy and Spain, citing their lack of support in military operations. This follows his criticism of NATO allies for not assisting in the Strait of Hormuz. Italy's defense minister rejected Trump's claims, asserting that Italy has contributed to maritime security. Spain has denied the US permission to use its military bases for attacks on Iran and has been critical of Trump's actions. Approximately 13,000 US military personnel are stationed in Italy across seven naval bases.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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