Donald Trump recently claimed he has protected the United Kingdom from a potential nuclear threat by taking military action against Iran, criticizing the UK for not supporting the effort. Speaking to GB News during a tense period of military tension between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he "saved the UK from a threat." The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for global oil and gas trade, and its stability has been disrupted by recent U.S. and Israeli military actions aimed at preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. This disruption has caused economic shockwaves worldwide, including in the UK, and has led to a rise in petrol prices. Trump explained his reasoning, stating that Iran would be more likely to use a nuclear weapon in Europe, where it has missile capabilities, than in the United States. He added, "I'm saving your country from a problem because they would use it." During the interview, Trump also criticized current UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for not getting involved in the Iran conflict and hinted that the U.S. might reconsider its support for the UK over issues like the Falkland Islands. "Don't forget, you get a big percentage of your oil from the Strait of Hormuz, and you weren't there to help me," he said. At a White House briefing, Vice President JD Vance downplayed the situation, stating that the conflict with Iran is not currently a "war," despite recent U.S. military strikes. He noted, "There is no active shooting. I recognize there have been places where this has flared up." This contrasts with Trump's more aggressive stance. In the same interview, Trump warned the UK about the risks of immigration and its energy policies, claiming the country is heading toward "disaster." He criticized London's mayor, Sadiq Khan, saying, "You have a terrible mayor. He's a nasty guy... London's a very different place than if you took somebody from 15 or 20 years ago and brought them through London, they wouldn't know what happened." Trump also claimed that parts of London and Paris have become dangerous places where police are afraid to enter. A source close to Sadiq Khan responded by saying, "Sadiq is still living rent-free in Trump's head. The guy is obsessed with him." They noted that crime rates in London have actually decreased, with violent crime lower than in any major U.S. city. The source emphasized that London is a thriving, diverse global city, and that Trump struggles to understand its success.