Sir Keir Starmer is facing renewed criticism from Donald Trump, with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage asserting that the Prime Minister’s “special relationship” with the former US President is effectively over.
After meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago, Farage stated that he sees “very little prospect” for reconciliation, particularly in light of Starmer’s approach to negotiating with Iran about its nuclear program.
“This relationship between Trump and Starmer is over,” he remarked, emphasising that Britain’s cautious stance in the Middle East is perceived as weak by key allies.
This warning follows Trump’s recent comments on Truth Social, where he publicly mocked the Prime Minister, referring to Britain as “our once Great Ally” and asserting, “We don’t need people who join wars after we’ve already won!”
He also made unfavourable comparisons between Starmer and Winston Churchill, expressing frustration over the UK’s slow response to Iranian missile and drone attacks.
Downing Street confirmed that Starmer had a phone call with Trump the previous night — the first in eight days — which focused on developments in the Middle East and “military cooperation.”
A No. 10 spokeswoman said: “The leaders began by discussing the latest situation in the Middle East and the military co-operation between the UK and US through the use of RAF bases in support of the collective self-defence of partners in the region.
“The Prime Minister also shared his heartfelt condolences with President Trump and the American people following the deaths of six US soldiers. They looked forward to speaking again soon.”
The Prime Minister emphasised that decisions regarding Britain’s interests will remain his responsibility alone. However, this public disagreement highlights increasing tensions in the UK-US alliance at a crucial time in the Iran conflict.
Analysts have warned that Starmer’s cautious, diplomatic approach may leave Britain increasingly isolated as other nations take more assertive military action in the region. With allies questioning the UK’s resolve, the Prime Minister is under growing pressure to demonstrate that Britain can act decisively in a volatile Middle East.
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