Starmer speaks with Trump after president criticises lack of UK support for Iran strikes

2026-03-08 - 16:33

Leaders discuss military cooperation day after Trump hit out at PM over lack of immediate backing for attacks Middle East crisis – live updates Sir Keir Starmer has spoken to Donald Trump and discussed their military co-operation through the US use of RAF bases “in support of the collective self-defence of partners” in the Middle East, Downing Street has said. The call comes after Trump intensified his criticism of Starmer over the lack of immediate UK support for the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, saying on social media: “We don’t need people that join Wars after we’ve already won!” Continue reading...