NATO Chief Likens Trump to 'Daddy' in Israel-Iran Dispute Analogy

THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS – During the NATO summit in The Hague on June 25, a notable exchange occurred between NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and former U.S. President Donald Trump concerning the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Secretary General Rutte initiated a striking analogy, suggesting that President Trump could act as a 'daddy' in settling the dispute, akin to resolving a schoolyard fight. Responding to Rutte’s comparison, Mr. Trump elaborated on the metaphor. He stated, 'They’re not going to be fighting each other. They’ve had it. They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard. You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them. Let them fight for about two, three minutes. Then it’s easy to stop them.' He further added, 'You have to use strong language, every once in a while. You have to use a certain word.' This candid discussion highlights perspectives on international conflict resolution from two prominent global figures.