UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Prepares for High-Stakes Meeting with President Trump

Starmer faces domestic challenges and international pressures as he seeks to balance US-UK relations, Ukraine support, and economic concerns.

Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister, is set to meet President Donald Trump in Washington, focusing on Ukraine security guarantees and potential US tariffs on UK steel.
Starmer's approval ratings have significantly declined since his election in July 2024, driven by domestic controversies including immigration policies, tax increases, and economic challenges.
Trump's alignment with Russia and his reluctance to extend NATO guarantees have heightened tensions, pushing Europe and the UK towards greater defense collaboration.
Starmer aims to strengthen the UK's position by advocating for US support in a European-led peacekeeping force for Ukraine and highlighting economic synergies in tech, AI, and trade.
The meeting comes as broader US-Europe alliances face strain, with European leaders like Emmanuel Macron and Volodymyr Zelenskyy also engaging with the US this week.