Overview

• He confirmed he will not attend the Windsor Castle dinner and said he has written to the King to explain his decision.
• Davey argues President Trump uniquely has leverage to press Israel and regional actors to secure a ceasefire, expand aid access and free hostages.
• Conservative figures including Priti Patel called the move disrespectful to the monarch, while Liberal Democrats say no slight to the King is intended.
• Trump’s state visit is scheduled for 17–19 September and includes a state banquet at Windsor Castle, a rare second UK state visit for a US president.
• Davey also urged scrutiny of Tony Blair after Blair joined a White House meeting with Trump and Jared Kushner on Gaza policy and aid delivery.