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Trump, Starmer meeting: key points and implications

Trump and Starmer’s Meeting: Key Highlights on Ukraine, Chagos Islands, and Defence Spending Commitments.

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11 months ago

February 28, 2025

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Trump and Starmer’s Meeting: Key Highlights on Ukraine, Chagos Islands, and Defence Spending Commitments.

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Donald Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss a strong US-UK relationship and plans for a rare earth minerals deal with Ukraine. Starmer aims to increase UK defence spending while ensuring diplomatic accuracy regarding Ukraine aid and seeking a mutually beneficial relationship with Trump.

Donald Trump held a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the Oval Office, highlighting a seemingly cordial US-UK relationship.

Starmer opened by presenting a letter from King Charles inviting Trump for a state visit, which Trump described as unprecedented. He acknowledged Starmer’s gratitude for Trump’s contribution to potential peace in Ukraine and expressed a willingness to work together for an enduring peace deal.

Trump mentioned a plan to sign a rare earth minerals deal with Ukraine, suggesting the presence of American workers there would serve as a security guarantee. However, this differs from the security support European officials envision.

Additionally, Trump indicated he might support the UK’s plan to cede control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while maintaining a lease on a US-UK airbase. This had been uncertain due to recent political changes in Mauritius.

Starmer committed to increasing UK defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, aiming to persuade Trump to provide a security guarantee for Ukraine, positioning it as a mutually beneficial deal.

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Ukraine and Russia set for U.S.-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

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16 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that new peace talks with Russia will take place in Abu Dhabi later this week. The discussions are part of U.S.-led efforts to find a path toward ending the ongoing war.

Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine is prepared for meaningful dialogue aimed at achieving peace. The announcement comes after weeks of uncertainty over the timing of the meeting.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff described prior discussions with Russian officials as productive, though major disagreements over territorial issues remain unresolved.

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Tensions rise as Iran threatens conflict and U.S. increases naval forces

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

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18 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Iran warns of regional conflict, labels European armies terrorists; U.S. boosts naval presence as both sides consider negotiations.

Iran has warned of a potential regional conflict if the U.S. launches an attack, while labelling European armies as terrorists. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted that threats from President Trump will not intimidate the Iranian people.

The U.S. has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East in response to mounting threats, amid speculation over Iran’s next moves. Iranian officials have denied claims of imminent naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to global uncertainty.

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Carlos Alcaraz becomes youngest man to complete career Grand Slam

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

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18 hours ago

February 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Carlos Alcaraz, at 22, stuns tennis by winning the Australian Open, defeating Djokovic, and celebrating with a kangaroo tattoo.

Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man to complete a Career Grand Slam at just 22 years old.

The world number one beat Novak Djokovic in a thrilling four-set match, finishing 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5. Djokovic missed out on claiming his 25th Grand Slam title. To mark the milestone, Alcaraz revealed he plans to add a new tattoo of a kangaroo on his leg, joining his existing Eiffel Tower and Wimbledon strawberry tattoos.

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