Trump makes Charles and Starmer comparison over handling of Iran war

WorldPolitics
2 Apr 2026 • 3:38 AM MYT
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  • Donald Trump suggested King Charles would have taken a "very different stand" to Sir Keir Starmer regarding the war in Iran.
  • Trump's comments were made during an interview with The Telegraph, following the confirmation of King Charles and Camilla's state visit to the US.
  • The state visit is proceeding despite calls for its postponement or cancellation due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
  • Trump expressed great respect for King Charles and anticipated a "momentous occasion" during the visit, including a banquet dinner.
  • Separately, Trump claimed Iran's new leader requested a ceasefire and threatened to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages" if the Strait of Hormuz was not kept open.

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