Overview

• BBC Breakfast aired a special VE Day broadcast live from the streets of London to honor World War II veterans.
• Host Charlie Stayt inadvertently missed a handshake from Defence Secretary John Healey, sparking social media reactions labeling the moment as 'awkward' and 'comedy gold.'
• Healey emphasized the importance of pressuring Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, stating, 'freedom isn't free.'
• Stayt pressed Healey on potential trade deal announcements from President Trump and Prime Minister Starmer, but Healey declined to confirm details, citing ongoing negotiations.
• Healey expressed a preference to focus on commemorating veterans rather than delving into political discussions during the broadcast.