WASHINGTON, D.C.: US President Donald Trump complained during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that Europe did not support the United States during the Iran war.

According to foreign media reports, Trump told Mark Rutte that NATO had disappointed the United States during the conflict with Iran, adding that Germany, France, and Spain had also failed to stand by Washington.

Reports said Trump claimed that the United States was winning the Iran war decisively and that negotiations with Tehran were progressing very well, with Iran making significant concessions.

Speaking at a press conference after the meeting with the NATO chief, Trump once again denied that the United States was giving money directly to Iran. He said Iran would purchase food from American farmers, with payments to be made from its previously frozen assets.

Trump stated that the US would release a portion of Iran’s frozen funds, but Washington would retain full control over the money, emphasizing that it would not be transferred directly to Iran.

The US president claimed that Iran is currently facing a severe food shortage and said the released funds would be used exclusively to buy food from the United States.

He added that the money would be used to purchase corn, wheat, soybeans, and other agricultural products from American farmers and livestock producers to help meet Iran’s food requirements.

Trump also said Iran had clearly stated that no tolls, additional insurance charges, or any other fees would be imposed on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

The US president further remarked that the war in Ukraine has had a profound impact on the defense industry.