Starmer says he is ‘fed up’ with Trump and Putin’s impact on UK energy costs

The Guardian - World News Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Raphael BoydApril 10, 2026 at 09:55 AM
Starmer says he is ‘fed up’ with Trump and Putin’s impact on UK energy costs
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed frustration with the impact of global leaders like Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin on UK energy costs. Speaking on ITV, Starmer highlighted the effect of their actions on British families and businesses. He also condemned Israel's continued strikes on Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreement brokered after the war on Iran. Starmer discussed with Trump the need for a plan to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Starmer emphasized his desire for Britain to be less vulnerable to international events, promising a more proactive approach than previous administrations. He stated the war in Iran must be a turning point, defining the future for a generation.

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Starmer said he wanted Britain to be “a country where people are not at the mercy of events abroad”.

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The prime minister set out his discussions with Gulf leaders and military planners in the region.

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Starmer and Trump spoke on Thursday about the need for a “practical plan” to get shipping going through the strait of Hormuz.

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Starmer said he is “fed up” with the effect that Donald Trump’s actions in the Middle East are having on the British public.

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Starmer appeared to condemn Benjamin Netanyahu for Israel’s continued strikes on Lebanon.

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keir starmer 90% energy costs 80% middle east 70% donald trump 70% ceasefire 70% strait of hormuz 60% vladimir putin 60% iran 60% lebanon 50% uk 50%

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