US President Donald Trump hosted British Prime Minister Kiir Starmer for the first time in the White House for talks on security in Ukraine, trade relations and the future of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

But Thursday’s meeting hinted at the strange tensions between the United States and its allies, as Starmer tried to revolve around the points of difference with the thorny thorny Trump.

At different points in their general manifestations, Starmer presented views that contradict Trump – although he was keen not to contradict Trump directly.

The American president seemed to admit a joke in his opening notes at a afternoon press conference.

“I was great in our discussions. You are a very difficult negotiator. I am not sure that I love it,” Trump said.

Sometimes, the weather turned Bruce. When asked about Trump’s demands that Canada become an American state, Starmer began pressing the question, just to stop suddenly.

“I think you are trying to find a gap between us not present,” Starmer started saying. “We are the closest nations, and we have had very good discussions today, but we didn’t do it -“.

At that stage, Trump jumped: “This is enough. That’s enough. Thank you.”

Below is fast food from their meeting at the White House.

An invitation from the king

From the beginning, there was an audit on how Starmer-a former human rights lawyer of the Work Party in the center-interacted with the right-wing Republican.

But in the initial sitting inside the oval office, the olive branch of the olive branch offered: an invitation signed by King Charles III to visit the United Kingdom.

Before Trump on the Four, the offer. Usually, it is rare for us to have two visits to the state with the British monarch. The last visit of the state to Trump appeared in 2019, under the rule of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Starmer also took the differences in his backgrounds and Trump directly.

“It is not a secret that we are different political traditions. Starmer said,” There are many common denominators, “and he embraces the Trump series.” What matters is victory. If you don’t win, you are not a delivery. “

Trump revealed that he and Sarmer discussed the trade behind the quarrel 148 billion dollars As of 2024, the Republican leader began to hope that a deal “soon” would be concluded.

“We will have a great trade agreement in one way or another.

Starmer offers a nice recovery on trade

But Trump’s repeated assurances that the trade relations of the United States of America were unfairly gained a nice reprimand from Starmer.

“Our commercial relationship is not only strong. The leader of the Labor Party said,” It is fair, balanced and mutual. “

Meanwhile, Trump gave a space during the meeting against US Vice President JD Vance to reconsider his criticism of the rights of freedom of expression in the United Kingdom. Vans angered tensions when – on February 14th Munich Security Conference He criticized the United Kingdom and European countries for the alleged democratic decline.

“I said what I said,” Verse answered on Thursday, as he was reflected in his statements in Munich.

“We have, of course, a special relationship with our friends in the UK and also with some of our European allies. But we also know that there are violations about freedom of expression that does not actually affect the British only.”

Starmer’s response in response, and he defends his country’s commitment to democracy.

“We have been subjected to freedom of expression for a very long time in the United Kingdom, and it will continue for a very long time,” Starmer said. “With regard to freedom of expression in the United Kingdom, I am very proud of our history there.”

Trump is committed to the mutual defense agreement in NATO

However, Trump’s unconventional and sometimes chosen approach to diplomatic relations has fueled concerns that the Republican leader may withdraw the United States from major alliances.

Among them is the most important of the NATO Alliance, which was historically as a Blueck against the aggression from Russia and the Soviet Union before it.

Trump was asked directly if he still supports Article 5 of the NATO Treaty, which requires all members to reach each other in the event of a military attack.

“I support that,” Trump answered, before adding: “I don’t think we will have any reason for that.”

Meanwhile, Starmer appealed to history to support the coalition of the United States of America, one of the closest diplomatic bonds possessed by both countries. He indicated that he and Trump will soon celebrate the eighties of the victory in Europe (VE), when the allied forces from the European Front in World War II were closed.

“We are still a partner first for each other in defense. Ready to reach the help of the other, to face threats wherever and when it may arise.” “There are no more intertwined armies than we have. The two countries did more to maintain people’s safety.”

However, Trump’s calls for European countries to invest more in NATO. Trump prompted NATO allies to invest at least 5 percent of the total local products (GDP) in strengthening their army.

The United States, however, puts it around 3.4 minutesT of GDP in military spending, becoming a total of about $ 967 billion.

“I think it is important for European countries, including the United Kingdom, to ascend and do more in defense, Europe’s security and continent,” said Starmer.

Pressure for peace that does not reward the “aggressor”

Among the security negotiations was the issue of Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Three years ago, in February 2022, Russia launched a large -scale invasion of the country of Eastern Europe, and expanded beyond the areas it has already seized in areas such as the Crimea and Donitsk.

The international community has largely condemned the invasion. But in recent weeks, Trump surprised political observers by blame Ukraine for the war and the condemnation of Ukrainian President Folodimir Zelinski as a “dictator” for not holding wartime elections.

The Trump administration also held peace negotiations directly with Russia, leaving European leaders who are marginalized.

Starmer put forward the deal by luring the American president first to push the peace negotiations forward.

“I created a moment of tremendous opportunity to reach a historical peace agreement, a deal that I think will be celebrated in Ukraine and around the world,” said Starmer, before burning a warning.

“This is the award, but we have to get it correctly.” “It cannot be a peace that rewards the aggressor or gives encouragement to regimes like Iran.”

“History should be next to the peacemaker, not the invaders. So the risks cannot be higher, and we are determined to work together to connect a good deal.”

Trump is scheduled to meet with Zelinski at the White House on Friday, where the two leaders are expected to make a deal that would allow the United States access to rare land minerals in Ukraine at the request of Trump.

It is not clear what security guarantees will obtain Ukraine in return. But on Thursday, Trump described the future repeatedly as the Americans will be “dig” on the Ukrainian soil for minerals.

He also justified his negotiations with Russia, while emphasizing that it is important to involve “both sides” of the conflict.

“I think we will get a very successful peace, and I think it will be a long -term peace, and I think it will happen quickly,” Trump said. “If it doesn’t happen quickly, this may not happen at all.”

Starmer reaffirms the commitment to the two -state solution

Another global conflict has been raised for a short period: the Israel war in Gaza.

Since January, a precise ceasefire has been stopped in the Palestinian enclave, which was beaten for 15 months of Israeli bombing, as well as a ground attack.

More than 4,8365 Palestinians have died, although the government media office in Gaza places an estimate of 61,709, as the number of bodies buried below the rubble remains.

A special United Nations committee found that Israel used tactics in Gaza, which was “consistent with genocide.” Even with a ceasefire, the Palestinians are still dying as Freezing temperatures The region, which left a little structures to house the population from the cold.

Trump prompted an international protest earlier this month when it announced that the United States was “taking over” Gaza, which led to the permanent displacement of its inhabitants in favor of building a Riviera resort.

While Trump published Video created from artificial intelligence This week includes a presentation of what this resort will appear to be.

On Thursday, Trump avoided saying anything burning, talking instead in wide phrases.

“We are working hard in the Middle East, Gaza and all problems. Trump said:” It has been going on for years, years, centuries and centuries. “It is a difficult neighborhood, but it may be a very beautiful alive, and I think we will reach some good solutions.”

On the contrary, Starmer provided steady support for a two -state solution, which would recognize and guarantee Palestinian sovereignty.

“We have to do our best to ensure the continued ceasefire so that more hostages can be returned, so that the required aid can be provided strongly. We need to allow the Palestinians to return and rebuild their lives, and we must support them all in doing so.”

“And yes, I think the two -state solution is ultimately the only way for permanent peace in the region.”