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Starmer and Trump Discuss Strait Navigation Amid Energy Criticism

4/10/2026

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump about restoring navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The call followed Starmer’s criticism of Trump and Vladimir Putin for rising U.K. energy costs.
Starmer said Britain would not engage in offensive military actions and condemned Israel’s strikes on Lebanon.
He emphasized toll-free navigation through the Strait.

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump about restoring navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The call followed Starmer’s criticism of Trump and Vladimir Putin for rising U.K. energy costs.
Starmer said Britain would not engage in offensive military actions and condemned Israel’s strikes on Lebanon.
He emphasized toll-free navigation through the Strait.