Big Ol’ Alligator Donald Trump bites his allies
From Oman to South Korea, Washington's partners are discovering that proximity to the US president does not necessarily offer protection.
A peculiar tale emerges from the world of international diplomacy, reminiscent of the gingerbread boy fable. Donald Trump, the purported "Big Ol' Alligator," has demonstrated that aligning oneself with him can be as perilous as crossing the river on his snout. This week, the American President threatened to "bomb the shit out of Oman" should they interfere with his peace negotiations by engaging directly with Iran.
Despite being a longstanding ally of the United States, the Omani people's loyalty remained of no consequence to Trump. Moreover, the decision to scale back a joint US-South Korean military exercise due to concerns over North Korea's displeasure did little to underscore his genuine regard for his allies. In his tenure, Trump has shown a penchant for targeting even those firmly within the fold of US interests, ranging from Canada to the United Kingdom and the European Union.
Interestingly, his behavior towards Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong-un has been markedly different. The underlying message for anyone attempting to establish a relationship with the "Man Who Wants to Rule the World" is clear: although Trust and Trump share similar letter counts, they are not synonymous.
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