Trump's Press Secretary Has A Bizarre Theory Why Allies Should Help The US Over Iran

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks with reporters at the White House, Monday, March 16, 2026, in Washington.

Donald Trump’s press secretary has claimed other countries should help the US in the Iran crisis because they are “benefitting greatly” from the war.

The US president urged international partners including the UK to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open by sending warships to the region at the weekend amid Iranian attempts to effectively close the major oil shipping lane.