Starmer presented royal invitation; Ukraine security guarantee unmet

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with President Trump and presented him with a royal invitation from King Charles III for a state visit to Britain. This marked a unique diplomatic moment, as Trump is the first elected leader to receive two state visits. The meeting took on a friendly tone, with Trump praising the king's letter. Starmer highlighted the significance of this invitation, noting it as a historic event in modern diplomatic relations between the UK and the US. Despite the positive atmosphere, Starmer's main goal of securing a security guarantee for Ukraine was not achieved during the meeting.


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