NATO Chief Praises Trump Amid Israel-Iran Conflict at Summit

At the NATO summit in The Hague, US President Donald Trump likened the Israel-Iran conflict to children fighting in a schoolyard, suggesting they needed to be separated with strong intervention. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte humorously echoed this analogy, referring to Trump as 'Daddy,' though he later clarified he did not directly call Trump that, but used the term in context of the schoolyard metaphor. Trump touted his role in securing a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, claiming direct communication with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and coordination with US officials for Iranian engagement. Rutte praised Trump for his decisive actions, including striking Iran's nuclear sites, and credited him with pushing NATO countries to increase military spending. Despite mixed reactions, many NATO members acknowledged Trump's influence on international security and military policies. The interplay of flattery and candid remarks highlights how personal dynamics between Trump and world leaders impact diplomatic relations and policy outcomes.