‘You Can't Appease Animals!’ Trump Fury At Starmer Over Iran As Insider Says PM Seeks Vietnam Moment

‘You Can't Appease Animals!’ Trump Fury At Starmer Over Iran As Insider Says PM Seeks Vietnam Moment

Author: News UK March 3, 2026 Duration: 48:09
Britain’s refusal to let the US use Diego Garcia for bombing Iran has sent the ‘special relationship’ into a proper spat. Trump’s fuming because UK PM Keir Starmer upset him, and everyone’s arguing whether this is brave, foolish, or just a rerun of Harold Wilson saying “no” to Vietnam. Is this a bold new era for British independence, or just a diplomatic divorce waiting to happen? Critics say Britain’s just hiding behind legal handwringing and a fear of losing votes in Muslim-heavy constituencies. American Jon Levine says, “Appeasing these animals is not going to save you. How many times must you learn the same lesson?” Subtle, as ever. And Britain’s military is no longer the envy of the world. Years of relying on Uncle Sam has left the UK with a “culture of dependence.” The MOD’s track record? “Terrible,” says Ben Judah. “If you want the money, try showing you can deliver a project on time and on budget.” Harry Cole is joined by former UK foreign office adviser Ben Judah, along with the Washington Free Beacon's Jon Levine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harry Cole Saves The West is a transatlantic dispatch from the front lines of a cultural and political moment that feels increasingly fractured. Recorded from Washington D.C., this podcast offers a direct, opinionated analysis of the parallel crises unfolding in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The conversations here tackle themes that dominate headlines and dinner table debates alike: the practical and philosophical implications of open borders, shifting economic stability, perceived threats to national security, and a broader unease about cultural direction. It’s a space where perspective is shaped by the blend of British political insight and an on-the-ground American viewpoint, arguing for a defense of traditional pillars like faith, family, and personal freedom. The tone is deliberate and forthright, avoiding euphemism in favor of what the host sees as necessary truths. Listeners will hear a specific ideological stance articulated through interviews, monologues, and commentary that frames these challenges as existential battles for the future of Western society. This isn't a neutral briefing; it's a committed polemic, asserting that the values which built the modern world are worth a vigorous and unapologetic defense. Each episode of this podcast builds on that central premise, dissecting current events through a lens that prioritizes sovereignty, continuity, and a particular vision of resilience.
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