As criticism mounted, Vance issued a clarification on social media, saying his remarks were aimed at countries with limited recent combat involvement, not Britain or France. He also praised British troops for their courage and commitment. Still, many felt the original wording had already caused unnecessary tension. The episode highlights how sensitive military history remains between close allies ⚠️🤝🇺🇸🇬🇧 Even brief comments can stir strong emotions when they touch on lives lost and decades of cooperation.
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