Multiple outlets report that US defence official Pete Hegseth criticises allies who do not support the United States in a war against Iran, describing their reluctance as “unconscionable.” The reports say Hegseth’s comments come amid broader discussion of whether the US will receive backing from partners for any military action connected to Iran.
The coverage also notes that the White House has previously criticised the UK for being reluctant to be drawn into Middle East conflicts. In this context, the UK is singled out in the reporting as one of the allies that has faced scrutiny over its stance on involvement.
While the articles focus on Hegseth’s characterisation and the history of White House criticism toward the UK, they do not provide additional details in the provided excerpts about specific policy decisions, timelines, or the nature of any planned US action. The common theme across sources is the framing of allied non-support as morally unacceptable, alongside mention of past tensions between Washington and London regarding Middle East engagement.
