"The UK's imminent recognition of Palestinian statehood was a potential flashpoint, with Trump having previously said that the move could reward Hamas. But asked directly about the UK's plans, Trump merely noted that he had a "disagreement" with Starmer on the issue, adding for good measure that it was one of only a "few disagreements" between the pair. Starmer emphasised that the timing of the UK's decision, which is set to take place in the coming days, had "nothing to do" with Trump's visit,"
"Those comments were warmly welcomed by Trump, with the US president reaching across his podium to give Starmer a pat on the back. Trump was also given a chance to comment on another tricky political issue for Starmer - his efforts to stop illegal arrivals into Britain amid record numbers of small boat crossings in the English Channel this year."
"This time however the US president did not mince his words, suggesting Starmer should potentially involve the military, and warning that illegal migration "destroys countries from within". Trump referred to his approach to securing the US border and said the pair had discussed the issue during their private meeting earlier. He added: "I think your situation is very similar. You have people coming in, and I told the prime minister I would stop it,""
At Chequers, Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump held a joint press conference lasting just under an hour. The leaders fielded questions on world affairs and domestic politics, including the UK's imminent recognition of Palestinian statehood. Trump acknowledged a "disagreement" with Starmer over the move, while Starmer said the timing was unrelated to the visit and framed recognition as part of a broader plan for peace, insisting Hamas could play "no part" in any future Palestinian state. Trump praised Starmer's comments, reached across to pat him, and urged stronger measures on illegal migration, citing military options and US border experience.
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