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Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit as soon as Monday
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Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump claimed on social media that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer "will resign," amid speculation that Starmer might announce a timeline for his departure soon.
- Trump criticized Starmer's handling of immigration and energy policies, urging the UK to lift its freeze on North Sea oil exploration and expressing opposition to wind farms.
- Starmer has not responded directly to Trump's resignation claim, with Downing Street reiterating his focus on serving the country and British officials noting he is reflecting on political realities.
- UK media reports suggest Starmer may step down on Monday, with growing support for Andy Burnham, the former Manchester mayor, as a potential successor.
- Trump and Starmer have not spoken since the recent G7 summit, and the White House has not yet commented on Trump's statement.
