- Prime minister Andy Burnham has called on world leaders to unite to resolve global conflicts and address cost-of-living pressures following the US midterm election results.
- The US midterms saw the Democrats take control of both the Senate and the House of Representatives, delivering a major setback to Donald Trump's Republican party.
- Burnham stated that the election results reflect a clear message from US voters demanding focus on everyday issues affecting the public.
- The prime minister emphasised that domestic cost-of-living pressures cannot be effectively lowered until conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are resolved.
- Burnham confirmed he will advocate for de-escalation in the Middle East, specifically working to ensure the Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened.
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