Starmer and Trump Discuss Strengthening UK-US Relations in First Call Since Inauguration

The leaders emphasized shared priorities, including economic growth, Middle East security, and bilateral ties, while agreeing to meet soon.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held a 45-minute phone call, their first since Trump's second-term inauguration on January 20.
Trump expressed condolences for the recent death of Starmer's brother and praised the Prime Minister's performance in office.
The leaders discussed trade, economic deregulation, and cooperation on Middle East security, including the recent Gaza ceasefire and hostage release.
The Chagos Islands sovereignty issue, a potential point of tension, was not addressed during the call.
Trump indicated the UK might be his first international visit of the term, and Starmer is expected to visit Washington in the coming weeks.