**Trump Attacks Starmer, Says Putin Fears US Not Europe** Former US President Donald Trump has once again taken a swipe at British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over his stance on the ongoing Iran-US conflict. Trump made these comments during a recent visit to the White House, where he criticized Starmer for needing cabinet approval to make certain decisions. Trump questioned why Starmer, as the Prime Minister, cannot make his own decisions on matters of national security, such as deploying naval vessels to the Middle East. He also commended France for its support, giving them an 8 out of 10 for their contribution. In a broader context, Trump stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin fears the United States, but not Europe. This, he claims, is because Putin has a lot of respect for the military might of the US, which was built during Trump's first term in office. The US has been urging its European allies to join forces in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been blocked by Iran. Iran has been disrupting global oil supply by attacking several vessels in the region. Trump believes that many Iranians are opposed to their leadership, but are afraid to speak out due to the risk of being killed. Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pushed back against the US demand for NATO's full participation in the Iran war, stating that the alliance is for defense, not intervention. In Nigeria's context, these developments are particularly relevant given the country's own experiences with conflicts in the Sahel region and the Gulf of Guinea. The US and European powers have been involved in various military interventions in the region, often with Nigeria as a key partner. However, the country has also been critical of foreign interventions in its internal affairs. The ongoing tensions between the US, Europe, and Iran have significant implications for global oil supply and the stability of the Middle East. As Nigeria relies heavily on oil exports, these developments will likely be closely watched by policymakers and experts in Abuja.