"They came here and saved freedom, and then they went home and showed us all what freedom is about." The American news network CNN, which has regularly sparred with Trump, called it "one of the finest" speeches by the U.S. president. At the centenary anniversary of World War One last year, their divergent views were on open display. "America, dear President Trump, is never greater than when fighting for others' freedom," he said, turning to Trump. Trump's 'America First' diplomacy and forthright criticism of multinational institutions born out of the ashes of World War Two have shaken allies.

Source: The Star June 06, 2019 13:41 UTC