Trump attacks allies, signals Iran war may end without opening Hormuz - Axios

President Trump’s public criticism of allies has intensified, notably over responses to activity in the Strait of Hormuz, and has deepened tensions with partners including the U.K. The Daily Beast connects that diplomatic friction and allied pushback to the decision to pause the naval mission, suggesting interpersonal and political strains affected operational choices. The state visit by King Charles is being portrayed as a diplomatic opening to ease those strains, but underlying divisions remain and could complicate coordination to restore safe passage.