'He's lashing out,' Malcolm Turnbull on Trump's criticism of Australia
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'He's lashing out,' Malcolm Turnbull on Trump's criticism of Australia

8:40 Mar 17, 2026
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US President Donald Trump has again criticised allies for refusing to send naval escorts to the Strait of Hormuz; singling out Australia.In a post on Truth Social, Mr Trump says, "we no longer "need," or desire, the NATO Countries' assistance — WE NEVER DID! Likewise, Japan, Australia, or South Korea."The President has been calling for support as Iran continues its de facto closure of the Strait, which is affecting about a fifth of the world's oil supply.  GUEST: Malcolm Turnbull, Former Prime Minister
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