In a statement that has sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles, former US President Donald Trump has made an extraordinary and unverified claim about a military-style operation on British territory.
Speaking from a rally, Trump asserted that his administration was responsible for the elimination of three alleged narcoterrorists, a move he bizarrely suggested should have earned gratitude from the UK government. "We just eliminated three narcoterrorists for a certain country that now, I believe, will like us again," he proclaimed, in a clear dig at the UK.
Official UK Response: Swift and Firm Denial
The reaction from Westminster was immediate and unequivocal. A government spokesperson flatly denied the existence of any such operation, stating, "There is no truth to these claims. The UK is a sovereign nation and would never permit such an extrajudicial operation on its soil."
Security experts were equally baffled, with no intelligence or law enforcement agencies having any record of an event matching Trump's description. The claims have been widely dismissed as a fabrication or a severe misrepresentation of unrelated events.
A Pattern of Provocation
This incident is not isolated. Analysts point to a history of Trump levying unsubstantiated accusations against the UK, particularly regarding its extradition policies. He has repeatedly and incorrectly claimed that the UK refused to extradite the supposed killers of US citizen Harry Dunn, despite the High Court having approved the extradition of Anne Sacoolas, who was charged in the case.
This latest outburst is seen as part of a broader pattern of leveraging false narratives for political gain, straining the special relationship between the two nations.
The Fallout: Diplomatic Strain and Public Confusion
The unsubstantiated claims risk further damaging transatlantic relations, creating unnecessary diplomatic friction. It also sows public confusion and undermines trust in genuine counter-terrorism and security cooperation between the UK and US.
As of now, no evidence has been presented to support Trump's story, leaving it widely regarded as another controversial chapter in his post-presidency.
