Starmer rejects SNP's call to cancel Trump's visit
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls from the Scottish National Party (SNP) to cancel Donald Trump's upcoming state visit. This follows a tense exchange between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, where Trump criticized Zelensky's approach to the war. SNP leaders expressed concern over Trump's comments and questioned his commitment to supporting Ukraine. They argued that a state visit should not proceed unless Trump fully supports Ukraine's independence. Starmer emphasized the importance of practical diplomacy and maintaining relationships for peace in Europe. He plans to discuss logistics for the state visit with Trump during his US trip, despite the SNP's criticisms.