Pakistan, March 17 -- US President Donald Trump expressed frustration with global allies over their lack of support in securing the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, urging countries including China, Japan, and Korea to deploy naval forces to ensure safe passage of oil shipments.

Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump criticized NATO for not being present when the US needed support, despite billions spent on the alliance's defense. He specifically expressed disappointment with the British Prime Minister, stating that while the UK promised military support after the conflict, their assistance fell short, and he emphasized that British aircraft carriers were not required post-victory.

Trump claimed that US forces had neutralized Iran's...