JD Vance, the Ohio senator and U.S. vice-presidential candidate, has come under fire after recent remarks about allied military contributions sparked sharp condemnation from Britain’s political and military establishment.
What began as an offhand comment during a campaign rally has now escalated into a diplomatic flashpoint. Veterans, lawmakers, and leaders across the United Kingdom accuse Vance of showing disrespect toward the sacrifices of British soldiers who fought alongside Americans in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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