Keir Starmer

Russia’s shadow fleet continues passing UK waters despite boarding threat

In the month after Starmer's March 25 threat, at least 98 Russian vessels subject to UK sanctions transited its waters, about the same as each of the last three months.

APRIL 29, 2026|ByREUTERS

A US coast guard ship is pictured at sea in the Moray Firth, northern Scotland, on January 14, 2026. Britain said on January 7, it provided "enabling support" during a US operation to seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, which was condemned by Moscow.

US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcome Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla on the day of an afternoon tea at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 27, 2026.

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

The state visit, by far the most high-profile and consequential of Charles' reign, marks the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence from British rule.

APRIL 28, 2026|ByREUTERS

US President Donald Trump walks after speaking to the press, as he arrives at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix, Arizona, US, April 17, 2026

Why military brass kept Trump sidelined during high-stakes Iranian extraction operation - report

Military aides kept Trump out of the Situation Room during the high-stakes Iran rescue mission of a US airman, fearing his temper would derail the mission.

APRIL 19, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram apps are seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021

UK PM Starmer tells social media firms to 'take responsibility' for children's safety online

"Social media shapes how children see themselves, their friendships, and the world around them. When that comes with real risks, looking the other way is not an option," Starmer said.

APRIL 16, 2026|ByREUTERS

Germany sees reality: Why a Palestinian state is no longer realistic - opinion

After the October 7 massacre, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz now rejects the idea of a two-state solution.

DECEMBER 15, 2025ByRABBI ABRAHAM COOPER

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaks during an industrial sector association BDI event in Berlin, Germany, June 23, 2025.

Member of UK armed forces killed in accident in Ukraine, Britain says

The accident occured on Tuesday, while observing Ukrainian forces test a new defensive capability, away from the front lines.

DECEMBER 9, 2025ByREUTERS

Ukrainian servicemen gather around a BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle on a road outside the frontline town of Bakhmut, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Donetsk region, Ukraine February 11, 2023

'A just and lasting peace': Pope Leo calls for dialogue after meeting Ukraine's Zelensky

The pope's comments echo Zelensky's frequent demands for a "just" peace as the Ukrainian leader tries to ensure that any agreement to end Russia's war in Ukraine is balanced.

DECEMBER 9, 2025ByREUTERS

Pope Leo XIV addresses the crowd during a meeting with bishpops, priests consacrated persons and personal workers at the shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa, northeast of the capital Beirut, on December 1, 2025.

UK's Starmer urges caution as Ukraine moves toward US-backed peace plan

United Kingdom Prime Minister Kier Starmer commented that he hopes the latest agreement between Ukraine and the US will be based on the Geneva agreement.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer looks on during a meeting with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, at Downing Street in London, Britain October 29, 2025.

UK to build its first mini nuclear power station in north Wales, angering Washington

The US had been pushing for US energy firm Westinghouse to lead a large-scale project in Wylfa, but Britain opted for the British-built SMR on the island in Wales.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025ByREUTERS

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Simon Bowen, Interim Chair for Great British Energy - Nuclear, UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan during Starmer's visit to announce North Wales as the location for UK's first nuclear power station, November 13, 2025.

BBC apologizes to Trump over speech edit but rejects defamation claim

Lawyers for the US president threatened on Sunday to sue the BBC for damages of up to $1 billion unless it withdrew the "Panorama" news program, which doctored a trump speech on January 6, 2021.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025ByREUTERS

Chief Executive of BBC News Deborah Turness speaks to the media after she and Director General of BBC Tim Davie resigned following accusations of bias at the British broadcaster, including in the way it edited a speech by US President Donald Trump, in London, Britain, November 10, 2025.

UK's Starmer tells BBC to get 'house in order' after Trump legal threat

Donald Trump said he had an "obligation" to sue the broadcaster for misrepresenting his comments and "causing overwhelming reputational and financial harm."

NOVEMBER 12, 2025ByREUTERS

UK police say train knife attack not terrorist incident, two arrested

Defense Minister John Healey told Sky News on Sunday that there did not appear to be a wider threat to the public after the incident on the London-bound train.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025ByREUTERS