Politico: Allies in no rush to support US in war with Iran

Washington’s allies are showing little willingness to provide direct military support to the United States in its conflict with Iran, US newspaper Politico reports, citing diplomatic sources.

“Many of America’s allies around the world are growing more comfortable waiting out the Iran war, even as the Trump administration argues their help is needed to end a conflict that’s rapidly spiraling out of control,” the report said. “European and Asian diplomats said their countries aren’t ready to risk the safety of their citizens until Washington and Tehran agree to stop shooting at each other,” the publication added.

The report noted that “Traditional U.S. partners are wary of any direct support until they receive reassurances of a lasting ceasefire — or other promises” from Washington. One European diplomat told the newspaper that their country would be prepared to provide more active support to the United States in the conflict with Iran if Washington agreed to strengthen its military presence in the Baltic states.

The publication also quoted a Ukrainian official, who said Kyiv was ready to provide Washington and its Middle Eastern allies with anti-drone technologies, “especially if Kyiv gets weapons in return.”

The United States and Israel began their war with Iran on February 28. In June, Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding providing for an immediate cessation of hostilities on all fronts, including in Lebanon. However, on the night of July 8, the United States resumed large-scale strikes on Iran, accusing Tehran of violating the terms of the agreements regarding the Strait of Hormuz.