Starmer and Trump Push Forward on UK-US Trade Deal as Tariff Deadline Looms

The leaders reaffirm commitment to economic negotiations and collective pressure on Russia during a March 30 phone call.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump discussed ongoing 'productive negotiations' for a UK-US economic prosperity deal.
Both leaders agreed to accelerate talks this week, aiming to finalize a deal before the US imposes a 25% tariff on imported cars starting April 2, 2025.
Trump expressed openness to a 'great' trade deal that could mitigate the impact of his aggressive tariff policies on UK exports.
Starmer updated Trump on European defense efforts and peacekeeping discussions, emphasizing the need to maintain collective pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russian drone attacks continue to target civilian infrastructure in Ukraine, with recent strikes in Kharkiv killing two people and worsening the humanitarian crisis.