Starmer, Trump Discuss Arctic Security, Ukraine War; Starmer Slams Trump's NATO Remarks
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Firstpost•25-01-2026, 07:58
Starmer, Trump Discuss Arctic Security, Ukraine War; Starmer Slams Trump's NATO Remarks
- •UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump discussed enhancing Arctic security, which Starmer called an "absolute priority."
- •The leaders also addressed the Ukraine-Russia war, emphasizing continued international support for Kyiv and the need for a sustainable ceasefire.
- •US-brokered talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi concluded without agreement, with further discussions planned.
- •Starmer strongly criticized Trump's recent comments on NATO's role in Afghanistan, calling them "insulting and frankly appalling."
- •Trump had claimed NATO troops "stayed a little back, a little off the front lines" during the Afghanistan conflict, remarks Starmer said caused "deep pain" to military families.
Why It Matters: Starmer and Trump discussed Arctic security and Ukraine, but Starmer publicly condemned Trump's NATO comments.
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