Starmer Resists Trump's Pressure on Iran War
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-15 11:27 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer has vowed not to yield to pressure from US President Donald Trump regarding the UK's stance on a potential war with Iran. Trump had threatened to alter their trade deal if they did not comply.
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