Calls to cancel Trump's UK state visit invitation

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Calls are growing for UK leader Sir Keir Starmer to cancel Donald Trump's upcoming state visit. This follows a tense meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which raised concerns about Trump's approach to peace talks. Scottish Green co-leader Patrick Harvie stated that the invitation should be withdrawn, citing the dangers of Trump's politics. He criticized Starmer for previously praising Trump, suggesting that the recent events highlight the risks of such a relationship. Starmer is scheduled to meet Zelensky at Downing Street on Saturday. The situation has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of Trump's visit amid ongoing tensions regarding Ukraine.


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