Politics Weekly UK Starmer’s diplomatic dance with Trump and the EU – Politics Weekly UK
Feb 6, 2025
Gaby Hinsliff, a seasoned Guardian columnist, and Anand Menon, a Professor at King's College London, unpack Keir Starmer's delicate diplomatic balancing act between the EU and the US. They discuss Starmer's response to Trump’s controversial Gaza comments and the struggle to maintain goodwill with both sides amid rising tensions. The conversation also highlights shifting public sentiment favoring stronger European ties and skepticism towards US trade deals, shedding light on the complexities of Brexit and the future of UK-EU relations.
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Starmer's Response to Trump's Gaza Comments
- Keir Starmer responded to Trump's Gaza comments similarly to other world leaders.
- He acknowledged the Palestinian right to return and emphasized the emotional impact of their displacement.
Priority in Responding to Trump
- Condemning Trump outright might not be the immediate priority.
- The focus should be on preventing escalation in the Middle East.
Trump's Seriousness and Chaos
- Trump's pronouncements, like wanting the USA to take over Greenland, are serious.
- His stream-of-consciousness style adds to the difficulty of interpreting his actions.