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Watch| 'Can You Take On Russia?': Trump Puts Starmer on the Spot, Dodges Question on Canada
In a press interaction, Trump placed Starmer on the defensive about the UK's ability to push back against Russia's aggression. "They need assistance. I will always stand by the British, alright? I will always support them, but they don't require assistance," Trump said.
UK PM Starmer: Ukraine Peace Deal Must Not Reward the Aggressor
At a combined press conference during their bilateral meetings, Starmer referred to the historic Anglo-American alliance that helped secure the victory in Europe in World War II. He complimented what he said was Trump's "deep and personal commitment to bringing peace and stopping the killing in Ukraine."
Ukraine peace deal will happen 'fairly quickly or not at all', Says Donald Trump
But as they met at the Oval Office and later gave a press briefing, Trump overruled Starmer's appeals, repeating what he has often said: the war must end quickly.
UK PM Keir Starmer Warns Europe at Risk if Ukraine Falls on War's Three-Year Anniversary
Speaking to a summit of European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy by video link, three years on from the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, Starmer reiterated the UK's firm backing for Ukraine.
Indian Restaurants Among Targets in UK Crackdown on Illegal Migrants
UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said it was the most record-breaking January ever for immigration enforcement teams which raided 828 premises, ranging from nail bars and convenience stores to restaurants and car washes. This figure marks a rise of 48% compared with last January.
Keir Starmer Becomes First UK PM to Attend EU Meeting Since Brexit
Starmer is to cross the Channel for talks that will focus on defence and security co-operation and will also meet Nato secretary general Mark Rutte.
Downing Street Issues Apology for Menu 'Mistake' at Diwali Reception
Although the statement did not mention anything specific to the menu, a representative of Starmer's office recognized the people's passion over the issue and thanked people for ensuring something like this would not happen in the future.
UK PM Starmer Supports India's Bid for Permanent UNSC Membership, Advocates for Major Reforms
"If we want the system to deliver for the poorest and most vulnerable then their voices must be heard. We need to make the system more representative and more responsive to those who need it most. So we will make the case not just for fairer outcomes, but fairer representation in how we reach them. And this also applies to the Security Council. It has to change to become a more representative body, willing to act -- not paralysed by politics. We want to see permanent African representation on the Council, Brazil, India, Japan and Germany as permanent members, and more seats for elected members as well," Starmer stated while addressing the general debate at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York early Friday, India time.
UK PM Denounces 'Far-Right Thuggery' Amid Nationwide Riots
"I promise you this, you will regret taking part in this disorder, either directly or those whipping up this disorder online," he warned in his Sunday statement.
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