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Britain’s PM Keir Starmer says he’s “fed up” with energy bills fluctuating because of Trump and Putin’s actions, linking their wars in Ukraine and Iran to a global energy crunch. He advocates a shift toward renewable energy, reiterates that the UK will not commit British forces to Trump’s Iran war, and is engaging with Gulf leaders to discuss restoring freedom of navigation and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged reopening the Strait of Hormuz to restore global shipping and energy-market stability amid escalating Iran tensions, with Trump issuing a 48-hour ultimatum and the leaders planning to speak again.
Donald Trump reposted SNL UK’s opening sketch on Truth Social, which spoofed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer telling him he shouldn’t join a war in Iran; in the bit, Starmer’s adviser suggests sending a voice note instead, and Trump posts the clip with no comment, highlighting cross-Atlantic political satire and the show’s format.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump discussed reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran conflict to help stabilise global energy markets; the issue was linked to a Cobra meeting on energy security and the cost of living, as Iran has blocked the strait since late February and oil prices have surged.
Deadline reports that SNL UK opened with Tina Fey hosting and a political cold open featuring Keir Starmer dodging a call from Donald Trump, followed by Fey’s monologue and appearances by Nicola Coughlan and Michael Cera. The eight‑episode UK version, filmed in London, aims to translate the iconic US format for British audiences amid industry skepticism, with early reception described as broadly positive for Fey’s participation and several sketches landing well.
In the SNL U.K. premiere, Keir Starmer—portrayed by George Fouracres—tries to tell Donald Trump he can’t go to war but suggests they can still be friends, a break‑up voice note that kicks off with a gag-filled political satire and a Gen Z adviser weighing in on modern drama.
Martin Hewitt resigns as head of the Border Security Command after 18 months, with ministers arranging an interim replacement. His tenure saw bolstered cross-agency efforts and the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act becoming law, but crossing numbers by small boats remain high. The move prompts political debate, with opponents blaming Labour and the PM for the ongoing migration challenge, while Hewitt leaves at month-end as the search for a permanent successor continues.
Irish prime minister Micheál Martin met Donald Trump in the Oval Office on St Patrick’s Day, deftly defending Keir Starmer while navigating Trump’s criticisms on the Middle East and immigration; the encounter highlighted Ireland–US ties and drew mixed reactions at home as Martin steered clear of direct judgments on international law.
French General Michel Yakovleff blasted Donald Trump’s bid for European military help in the Iran conflict, saying it’s like buying a discounted Titanic ticket after it hit the iceberg; he urged a NATO-led, clearly written plan and noted that key allies such as the U.K., France, and Germany have refused to join the fight, signaling broad reluctance among Europe to become directly involved.
During a White House visit for St. Patrick’s Day, Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin politely interrupted Donald Trump’s insults toward Labour leader Keir Starmer, praising Starmer for repairing Irish-British ties post-Brexit while Trump ramped up talk about Iran and NATO. Martin argued Europe’s migration framework is positive and highlighted Ireland’s openness to newcomers, steering the conversation away from Trump’s attacks. He also managed a light moment regarding Ireland’s president Catherine Connolly, after Trump admitted he didn’t know who she was, as the piece notes Martin’s aim to avoid the missteps seen with Germany’s Merz in a prior White House visit.
Amid escalating Iran-Israel-U.S. hostilities, Donald Trump attacked UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over Britain’s Middle East role as U.S.-led strikes hit Iran and Tehran’s oil facilities, sparking large fires; reports also describe casualties in Kuwait as the region braces for further retaliation and a widening conflict.
President Trump criticizes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for considering deploying two aircraft carriers to the Middle East and claims the U.S. has already won the Iran war; Starmer says the U.K. will not join strikes but will allow limited U.S. use of British bases as UK forces bolster regional defense, with carriers and ships positioned in Portsmouth and the region.
In a Gorton and Denton by-election, the Green Party won a seat Labour had long held, delivering a symbolic setback to Keir Starmer and highlighting a broader realignment as Greens and Reform UK gain ground amid Labour's centrist stance ahead of upcoming local elections.
Labour faces a high-stakes by-election in Gorton and Denton, seen as a test of Keir Starmer's leadership amid a Reform UK challenge and internal party tensions. With 11 candidates and results expected around 4am after a 7am–10pm polling window, the outcome could either boost Labour's position ahead of May elections or energize Nigel Farage's Reform UK, signaling voter sentiment about Starmer's leadership.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a new online-safety plan to curb addictive social-media features, close legal loopholes protecting children, and consider restricting under-16s from certain platforms. The package aims to speed up law changes, strengthen protections in chatbots, and preserve children's data under the Jools’ Law while targeting auto-play and endless scrolling, with discussions on VPN restrictions for adult content. A public consultation begins in March, eliciting mixed reactions from supporters and critics alike.