TRUMP SAYS STARMER WILL RESIGN, LISTS FAILURES

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Keir Starmer will resign as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Trump wrote that Starmer "failed badly on two very important subjects— IMMIGRATION AND ENERGY (OPEN NORTH SEA OIL!)". The post came amid ongoing tension between the two leaders over Britain's refusal to permit American offensive strikes on Iran from British military bases.

The relationship between Trump and Starmer had previously been cordial but deteriorated following the UK's decision to decline the American request regarding Iran operations. Trump repeatedly criticised Starmer over this, describing him unfavourably in comparison to Winston Churchill. Trump has also criticised UK policy on North Sea oil drilling licences on multiple occasions, a stance that would benefit American companies seeking to bid for licences in the region.

Trump's opposition to drilling restrictions has been shaped by his longstanding objection to wind farms, particularly turbines erected off the coast of Aberdeen near his Scottish golf course. Official polling data contains no indication that Starmer's position against granting new North Sea oil drilling licences has damaged his standing with voters. No evidence suggests Starmer intends to step down as Prime Minister.