JD Vance with tears in their eyes make the sad announcement

UK Leaders and Veterans Criticize Vance Remarks on Allied Military Service

Among those speaking out were former Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer and former SAS soldier Andy McNab, both of whom said the comments showed a lack of appreciation for the service and sacrifices of allied troops.

Senior retired military leaders also voiced their concerns Lord West and General Sir Patrick Sanders highlighted the decades of cooperation between British and American forces, stressing that both nations have fought and suffered losses together in numerous operations.