'This Is Not Our War': Europe and U.K. Push Back Against Trump's Demands
Donald Trump,European Union,Iran,Oil,Germany,France,United Kingdom
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As President Trump's assault on Iran enters its third week, European leaders are largely resisting his bellicose demands for help in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
At the same time, they are trying to avoid irreparably damaging their relationship with the United States over their opposition to another war of America's choosing.
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