Trump issues new threat to US-UK deal after row with Starmer

WorldPolitics
15 Apr 2026 • 3:56 PM MYT
The Independent
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Trump issues new threat to US-UK deal after row with Starmer

  • Donald Trump has suggested the UK-US trade deal could be 'changed', amid ongoing tensions with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
  • Mr Trump criticised Sir Keir Starmer for what he termed 'tragic' errors concerning North Sea drilling and migration policies.
  • These remarks precede King Charles and Queen Camilla's four-day visit to the US, scheduled for the end of April.
  • Despite his strained relationship with Sir Keir, Mr Trump described King Charles as a 'great gentleman' and stated it would not overshadow the royal visit.
  • Mr Trump also expressed disappointment that the UK and other Nato allies did not join his 'war in Iran' and mentioned potential talks to end the conflict.

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