Senator John Kennedy delivered an absolute masterclass in diplomatic truth-telling this week, completely dismantling British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his European allies for their pathetic refusal to stand with President Trump against Iranian terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Louisiana Republican didn't mince words when addressing the shocking betrayal by America's so-called "special relationship" partners, who are now cowering in the corner while Iranian thugs threaten global commerce and energy supplies.
"It's absolutely stunning that our European allies - who benefit enormously from free and open shipping lanes - are now telling President Trump they don't want to get involved in a war they didn't start," Kennedy said in his signature Louisiana drawl that signals incoming destruction. "Well, I've got news for Prime Minister Starmer and his fellow appeasers: Iran didn't ask for your permission before they started attacking ships."
Europe's Shameful Abandonment of Duty
The crisis erupted when President Trump requested European support for a defensive coalition to protect merchant vessels transiting the critical Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly 20% of the world's oil passes daily. Instead of stepping up like true allies, European leaders - led by Starmer's weak-kneed Labour government - essentially told America to handle Iran alone.
This is the same Europe that spent decades lecturing Americans about "multilateralism" and "international cooperation" during Trump's first term. Now, when real leadership is required to confront Iranian aggression, they're nowhere to be found.
"These are the same people who criticized President Trump for being too tough on Iran during his first term. Now they want us to handle Iranian terrorism by ourselves while they hide behind their fancy diplomatic language," Kennedy continued.
The Senator's takedown perfectly captures the frustration of millions of Americans who are tired of carrying the world's security burden while our allies free-ride on American strength.
While Trump continues to project strength and defend American interests globally, it's clear that Europe's socialist leaders like Starmer would rather appease Iranian terrorists than stand up for the principles they claim to support. Patriots across America are asking: with allies like these, who needs enemies?