Starmer prepares for diplomatic challenges during upcoming US visit
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Sir Keir Starmer will visit Washington next week, aiming to support Ukraine while engaging with President Donald Trump. This comes amid strained US-European relations, with the US shifting its focus away from European security. Starmer's offer to send British troops to Ukraine has drawn mixed reactions from European leaders. He may also emphasize increasing UK defense spending to gain favor with Trump, who values strong commitments. The trip carries risks, as Starmer must navigate Trump's controversial views and potential trade tensions. British officials are aware that the ideological divide between Europe and the US poses significant challenges for diplomatic relations.