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Keir Starmer

British politician, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Keir Rodney Starmer was born on 2 September 1962 in London to a nurse and a toolmaker. He earned a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Leeds and a Bachelor of Civil Law degree from St Edmund Hall, University of Oxford. In 1987, he was called to the bar and began a career in human rights law. He was knighted in 2014. From 2008 to 2013, he headed the Crown Prosecution Service. In 2015, he was elected to the House of Commons. From 2016, he served as shadow Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union in the Labour Party's shadow cabinet under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn. In 2020, he became leader of the Labour Party. On 5 July 2024, following the Labour Party's convincing election victory, he became Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. On 22 June 2026, he announced his resignation due to domestic political difficulties, having served in office for less than two years.
2015
Elected as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party
2020
Became leader of the Labour Party of the United Kingdom
2024
Assumed the office of Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
2026
Resigned as Prime Minister
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They agreed on military cooperation, joint steps and activities for the next week: Zelensky on his conversation with Starmer

The President of Ukraine had a conversation with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on military cooperation and joint activities. The parties agreed on plans for the next week and discussed European security issues.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 01:42 PM • 31594 views
Britain prepares new aid package for Ukraine and sanctions for russia - The Daily Telegraph

On February 24, the British government plans to announce a new package of military aid to Ukraine and additional sanctions against the terrorist russian federation.

News of the World • February 22, 03:49 AM • 83692 views
EU defense ministers to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine: what is known

European defense ministers will hold a videoconference to discuss increased support for Ukraine. The meeting will take place against the background of a possible reduction in US aid and the visit of European leaders to Kiev.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:57 PM • 31837 views
Macron in US to tell Trump he 'can't be weak' against Putin

The French president plans to meet with Trump in Washington and discuss his position on Russia. Macron intends to warn the American leader against showing weakness to Putin.

Politics • February 20, 07:17 PM • 38803 views
Trump's plan to end the war in Ukraine is “very close to surrender” - former US presidential adviser

Trump's former adviser John Bolton has called the plan to end the war in Ukraine “close to surrender” to Russia. According to him, such a plan could lead to the US withdrawal from NATO and the division of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 11:16 AM • 31026 views
“This is a matter of concern to us": Peskov comments on possible deployment of EU troops in Ukraine

Peskov expressed concern about the possible deployment of NATO troops to Ukraine. Britain plans to offer to deploy 30,000 European troops, but some EU countries are against it.

Politics • February 20, 10:21 AM • 25636 views
Czech government is cautious about sending military contingent to Ukraine

Czech officials expressed doubts about sending troops to Ukraine for a peacekeeping mission. The decision will depend on the parameters of the ceasefire and the participation of allies, especially the United States.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:16 AM • 24466 views
British PM to propose to Trump a plan to deploy 30,000 EU troops to Ukraine

The British prime minister will propose a plan to deploy a European peacekeeping contingent to Ukraine to monitor the ceasefire. The United States is to provide air support from bases in Eastern Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 03:00 AM • 114558 views
Musk says Zelensky cannot represent Ukraine

Elon Musk said that Zelensky cannot represent Ukraine without restoring press freedom and elections. The leaders of Germany, Britain, Finland, and Norway spoke in support of Ukraine and criticized Trump's statements.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 01:49 AM • 115049 views
Starmer supports suspension of elections in Ukraine during the war

In a conversation with Zelenskyy, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed support for suspending elections during the war. He compared the situation to Britain's actions during World War II.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 10:02 PM • 103492 views
Macron names three principles of peace efforts after second meeting with leaders of Europe and Canada

The French President met with the leaders of the EU, Canada, Iceland and Norway to discuss support for Ukraine. The participants expressed a united position and readiness to take responsibility for peace in Europe.

Politics • February 19, 09:39 PM • 106417 views
Macron and Starmer will visit Washington next week

France's president and Britain's prime minister will visit the U. S. next week. Talks are planned on ending russia's war in Ukraine with technical teams.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:24 PM • 35480 views
Dutch parliament adopts resolution on possible peacekeeping mission in Ukraine

The Dutch parliament has adopted a resolution on possible participation in a post-war peacekeeping force in Ukraine. The UK and Sweden are also considering sending their troops after a peace agreement is reached.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 07:25 PM • 37141 views
Russia does not want NATO troops in Ukraine - Lavrov

The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry said that Ukraine's membership in NATO and the presence of the alliance's troops under any flags were unacceptable. Lavrov called it a direct threat to Russia's sovereignty.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:33 PM • 23462 views
The world is in a “new era of threats” - British Defense Minister

British Defense Secretary John Healey has announced the need for radical changes in the defense system due to a new era of threats.

News of the World • February 18, 11:49 AM • 24941 views
European leaders find no quick answer at Ukraine summit amid Trump's remarks - Politico

At an emergency meeting in Paris, European leaders failed to agree on a common position on sending troops to secure a possible peace deal. France supports the idea, while Poland and Germany oppose it.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:40 AM • 62328 views
British Parliament wants a vote on sending troops to Ukraine

UK lawmakers plan to put to a vote a proposal to send troops to Ukraine after the war. Representatives of all major parties insist on a parliamentary debate on this issue.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 03:19 AM • 102212 views
Zelenskyy calls Macron after emergency meeting of European leaders in Paris

The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the French leader after an emergency meeting in Paris. The parties agreed that Ukraine needs reliable security guarantees, not a fragile ceasefire.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 12:35 AM • 35847 views
Ukraine deserves peace through strength - von der Leyen

The President of the European Commission announced further support for Ukraine and the need to strengthen the EU's defense. At a meeting in Paris, European leaders reaffirmed their commitment to peace based on Ukraine's sovereignty.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 09:38 PM • 50082 views
“In the near future": EU ambassadors plan to discuss providing Ukraine with 5 billion euros in military aid

EU ambassadors will discuss providing Ukraine with additional military aid worth €5 billion. The aid will include artillery ammunition, air defense systems, missiles, and support for Ukrainian army brigades.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:40 PM • 34561 views
Starmer answers how Ukraine's sovereignty can be guaranteed

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called for increased support for Ukraine to achieve a just peace. He emphasized the importance of preserving the principle of “peace through strength” and warned against reducing aid.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:27 PM • 75378 views
Top European leaders arrive at Elysee Palace for meeting on Ukraine

An informal meeting of the heads of government of eight European countries on Ukraine will be held in Paris. The meeting will be attended by EU and NATO leaders, including Macron, Scholz and other senior officials.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 03:34 PM • 55069 views
Scholz considers discussion of peacekeeping troops in Ukraine premature

Scholz considers the debate about the participation of the Bundeswehr in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine premature. The German Defense Ministry has announced its readiness to send troops for support after the war.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:44 PM • 31893 views
Zelenskyy said there is progress on the issue of the military contingent

The President announced significant progress in the formation of a European military contingent in Ukraine. The United Kingdom and Sweden have already expressed their readiness to join the future military presence.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:36 PM • 28202 views
Europe must step up to protect Ukraine's long-term security - Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that European countries should strengthen their defense capabilities to protect Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 01:54 PM • 23461 views
Sweden's sending peacekeepers to post-war Ukraine is “possible” - PM

Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson has stated his readiness to consider participation in a post-war peacekeeping force in Ukraine. The decision will depend on progress in peace talks and a clear mandate for such a force.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 11:32 AM • 29404 views
Britain is ready to deploy troops to Ukraine to ensure security

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his readiness to deploy British troops to Ukraine to ensure peace agreements. The UK plans to play a leading role in ensuring Ukraine's security and allocates 3 billion pounds annually until 2030.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 01:02 AM • 48584 views
Emergency summit in Paris to discuss “Ukraine's automatic accession to NATO”

On February 17, a summit of European defense powers will be held in Paris to discuss Ukraine's security. The leaders will discuss Ukraine's possible accession to NATO and their reactions to the US-Russia talks.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 10:39 PM • 110318 views
Trump and Starmer agree to meet: what the leaders discussed

US President Donald Trump had a telephone conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The parties agreed to meet in person in the United States in the next two weeks.

News of the World • February 14, 08:47 PM • 28251 views
Europe quietly working on plan to send troops to Ukraine for post-war security - AP

The United Kingdom and France are leading the initiative to deploy troops to Ukraine to ensure future peace.

War in Ukraine • February 14, 03:19 PM • 39198 views