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Starmer Denies Trump Access to RAF Bases Amid Tensions

4/8/2026

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Tensions between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Donald Trump rose after Starmer denied U.S. access to RAF bases for strikes on Iran.
King Charles is set to visit the United States soon, a move viewed as a step to mend the UK-U.S. relationship.
Sir Michael Ellis notes the King's diplomatic skills could reset ties.
There are doubts about whether the King can influence Trump directly.

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Tensions between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Donald Trump rose after Starmer denied U.S. access to RAF bases for strikes on Iran.
King Charles is set to visit the United States soon, a move viewed as a step to mend the UK-U.S. relationship.
Sir Michael Ellis notes the King's diplomatic skills could reset ties.
There are doubts about whether the King can influence Trump directly.