Originally Posted by
Bell_ringer
Considering the lack of planning, thought and discussion that has gone into this conflict, taking some time for allies to align and decide if they really want to be involved in the US mess, collaborating with an unreliable partner and what risks they will be exposing their services to, doesn't seem unreasonable.
If it weren't for the global impact of the strait being closed, I am sure they would rather let the US administration stew in its own juices.
The lack of planning seems to be at the political level. Looks to me like there is no lack of military planning and it has been superb.