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Here’s where things stand on Monday 28 July 2025:
- US President Donald Trump sets a new deadline of “10 or 12 days” for Putin to agree to a Ukraine deal, and says he will make an official announcement “tonight or tomorrow”
- Trump made the comments during a meeting at his Turnberry golf course in Scotland with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer
- Two weeks ago, Trump threatened “very severe tariffs” on Russia’s trading partners “if we don’t have a deal in 50 days”
- Trump now says “there’s no reason to wait” and he may impose sanctions and secondary tariffs
- Later today, Trump will meet Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney
Starmer has Trump’s ear – but is he listening?
This notionally ‘private’ trip for President Trump, is actually very public.
The president’s private interests, talked up in public office, even down to the quality of the plywood at Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf course. And all this on his first trip to the UK since his re-election, but just weeks before he makes an unprecedented second state visit here in September.
Oh yes, and diplomacy on not one but two golf courses.
For Keir Starmer, invaluable face time with President Trump, even sharing a lift on Air Force One; burnishing a relationship as solid as it is improbable. The jeopardy, riding shotgun with a free-wheeling president at ease shooting the breeze with reporters seemingly forever.
Starmer, interjecting with care, to defend the mayor of London, heavily criticised by the president, to explain his immigration policy, and his outlook on Gaza, for instance.
An earlier rolling encounter with reporters took No 10 by surprise. The prime minister’s wife, standing next to the president, perfecting her poker face as the questions – and answers – flowed and flowed.
As ever, the key question is what can this relationship deliver for the UK: in the Middle East, Ukraine, and on trade.
Each, frankly, a work in progress, but there’s little doubting the prime minister has the president’s ear.
Trump and Starmer wrap an eventful day in Scotland
Donald Trump has just arrived in Aberdeenshire for his final stop of the day.
We’re soon going to be closing our live coverage, but in case you missed it, here’s a recap of the president’s eventful day in Scotland:
- At a press conference with UK PM Keir Starmer, Trump set a new deadline for additional tariffs on Russia. Earlier this month, Trump gave the Kremlin 50 days to reach a deal with Ukraine for a ceasefire. Today, he said Putin now has “10 or 12 days” before secondary levies are put in place
- Trump and Starmer also agreed that urgent action is needed on Gaza, that humanitarian aid needs to be let in, and a ceasefire needs to be reached – both also stressed the need to get the remaining hostages out of Gaza
- On London mayor Sadiq Khan, Trump said “I’m not a fan” and that he’s doing a “terrible job” – Khan’s office later responded by saying the mayor is “delighted that President Trump wants to come to the greatest city in the world”
- Trump will also meet with Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney today after he dodged questions about Scottish independence. Starmer emphasised he wants a “stronger Scotland” in a “better United Kingdom”
- There were mixed opinions on the EU-US trade deal reached yesterday. Some EU leaders celebrated the news, while others threw cold water on it – French PM Francois Bayrou called it a “sombre day” and said the EU “gives into submission” with the deal
Democratic senator says Trump’s new Ukraine deadline ‘overdue’
Meanwhile, on the other side of the Atlantic, we’re starting to get some reaction from US lawmakers to President Trump’s announcement that the deadline for Russia to come to a peace deal in Ukraine is going to be “10 or 12” days.
Among them is Democratic New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Shaheen, the ranking member on the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
In a statement, Shaheen says that “too many innocent lives are at stake for President Trump to let Putin continue playing him for time”.
“This shorter deadline is a positive step, but long overdue,” Shaheen adds. “The President needs to match his words with real action and not let Putin cross yet another red line.”
Additionally, Shaheen encourages her fellow lawmakers to “press forward” on bipartisan legislation to impose “punishing sanctions on the Kremlin and ensure Ukraine has the support it needs to finally bring Putin to the negotiating table”.
Trump and Starmer receive warm welcome in Aberdeenshire
The sound of bagpipes greets Donald Trump and Keir Starmer as they disembark Marine One at the US president’s grand estate.
They walk into the building with several of Trump’s family members in tow.
Trump and Starmer arrive in Aberdeenshire
After a quick stop in RAF Lossiemouth, Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have arrived at their final stop of the day – Aberdeenshire.
Here, Trump will show off his second sprawling golf estate to Starmer and meet Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney, who will join the pair for an evening dinner.
Attention now turns to north-east Scotland
Attention now switches to the north-east of Scotland where some protesters have been awaiting the arrival of Donald Trump.
In nearby Balmedie, a crowd has gathered with signs protesting Trump – the PA news agency estimates that around 100 people have attended.
There has been anger in this area for years about Trump’s golf course, but the protesters today spoke about Gaza, women’s rights, and the environment among other issues.
The American president is due to meet Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney, as the two leaders are also expected to join Keir Starmer for dinner on Monday evening.
Sadiq Khan’s office responds to Trump’s criticism
We can now bring you details of a statement issued on behalf of Sadiq Khan, following Trump saying he “wasn’t a fan” of the London mayor during a press briefing earlier.
A spokesperson for the mayor of London said: “Sadiq is delighted that President Trump wants to come to the greatest city in the world.
“He’d see how our diversity makes us stronger not weaker; richer, not poorer.
“Perhaps these are the reasons why a record number of Americans have applied for British citizenship under his Presidency.”
Marine One takes off for Aberdeenshire
It was just a brief stop at RAF Lossiemouth.
Marine One is now taking off for Trump’s final journey of the day, as he makes his way to Aberdeenshire.
Air Force One lands in Lossie
Air Force One is now landing in Lossiemouth – with the president and prime minister both on board.
From here, the two will make their way to Aberdeenshire.
RAF Lossiemouth is approximately 55 miles (88km) north of Aberdeenshire.
Trump and Starmer agree ‘urgent action’ needed in Gaza
After the prime minister met Donald Trump in Scotland today, a Downing Street spokesperson said the two leaders discussed “the appalling scenes in Gaza and agreed that urgent action was needed to bring an end to the suffering, which has reached new depths”.
The spokesperson added: “Humanitarian aid had to be allowed in at scale and pace. They committed to work together to bring an end to the misery and starvation and continue to press for the immediate release of the remaining hostages, who have been held so cruelly for so long.
“They reiterated their calls for an immediate ceasefire to pave the way for peace in the region and the Prime Minister welcomed the President’s efforts to secure this, and shared the plans he is working on with other European leaders to bring about a lasting peace.
On Ukraine, the spokesperson said the two leaders agreed “that they must maintain momentum to bring about an end to the war with Russia, including by putting economic pressure on Putin to come to the table without further delay”.
And on the recently reached EU-US deal, they said “the leaders remarked on how beneficial the deal is for working people in the UK and the US and agreed to continue to work together to build further on their close and strong economic relationship”.
Young people in Aberdeen react to Trump’s visit
BBC Newsbeat has been in central Aberdeen today, talking to young people about what they make of Donald Trump’s visit to Scotland.
Beth MacDonald, 21, is a student at Aberdeen University and says that while she can understand why it’s happening, “I just don’t like it”.
“I don’t want him here and I don’t know many people who want him here,” she adds.
We walk down the road and meet Andreas Bermudez, who moved to the area a year and a half ago to work in the local oil and gas industry.
While he doesn’t agree with the most of things Trump stands for, he believes the visit to Scotland is valid as long as it’s “for the good of the UK”, adding “It could lead to a new door opening”.
“Whatever he’s doing here, I just hope it’s for the best of everybody here,” he says.
We also come across Miko Zdunski, 20, who moved to Aberdeen from Poland nine years ago and says he’s not keen on politics.
“A lot of people do seem to really not like him coming here even though he’s putting a lot of money into businesses here,” he says.
“He is a very good businessman.
“He does bring a lot of relations into the place and does help out with different situations but maybe some things are not there to be taken literally from him.”
White House provides details on ‘massive’ EU deal
Just a short while ago, the White House formally released details on the US-EU trade deal that was announced yesterday.
As part of the deal – which the White House describes as a “generational modernisation” of the transatlantic alliance – the EU will purchase $750bn (£560bn) in US energy, as well as invest $600bn in the US by 2028.
Additionally, the White House says the EU will work with the US to “eliminate tariffs in various sectors” and “provide meaningful quotas” for other products, as well as address US concerns about “red tape” that American exporters face in Europe.
On the digital front – long a concern for the Trump White House – the official fact sheet says that both sides “intend to address unjustified” trade barriers, such as the EU not adopting network usage fees. Both sides will also maintain zero customs duties on electronic transmissions.
The White House is clearly pointing to the deal as a significant victory – but it is already facing some criticism, even as some European countries also hailed the breakthrough.
Just this morning, we saw the French government criticise the deal as a “dark day” in which the EU resolved “to submit” – a reference to the 15% tariffs still put on European imports to the US.
Domestically, some economists have also suggested that the tariffs mean it’s still profitable for US companies to import from abroad instead of producing domestically – meaning that those costs could be borne by US firms and consumers.
Starmer and Trump wave as they board Air Force One
Trump and Starmer are on Air Force One to fly from Prestwick to Lossiemouth.
As a reminder of the schedule, the US president will then travel to his Menie Estate – where he will visit his new golf course.
Trump arrives at Air Force One
US President Donald Trump’s motorcade has arrived at the airport and he’s about to board Air Force One.
Trade, the Middle East and whisky – what Swinney will discuss in Trump meeting
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney will be the next UK leader to meet President Trump today.
Speaking to BBC Breakfast earlier today, Swinney said the president is “very welcome in Scotland”.
However, he also defended the right of people to protest, and says it’s “important” that people do so if they want to.
As for their conversation, Swinney said a large focus of discussions will be on Gaza, which is causing “deep unease, concern and heartbreak within Scotland”.
“Trump has got a hugely influential position in trying to solve the situation in the Middle East.”
Swinney said there are key domestic interests around trade, investment and economic connection with the US, and “tariffs are very important for the Scottish economy”.
He focused on Scottish whisky, which is uniquely produced in Scotland, and Swinney intends to make the case that it should be exempt from any tariffs, which are costing the industry “£4m per week”.
Trump leaves Turnberry
Donald Trump’s motorcade has left the Turnberry golf course. The US president will now make his way to the next leg of his visit, in Aberdeenshire.
Prestwick airport gets busier as Trump and Starmer expected soon
After a brief lull, it is getting busier here now by the runway at Prestwick airport as people gather to try and catch a glimpse of President Trump making his way to his Menie resort in Aberdeenshire later this afternoon.
However all eyes will not be on Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Most are here to see Air Force One, which has sat majestically on the tarmac since Friday evening.
Many of the people here have long lenses to try and get as close a look as possible.
Trump’s helicopter readies for trip to Aberdeenshire
We’re seeing an image now of Trump’s helicopter, ahead of the president’s departure for Aberdeenshire a little later.
What Trump and Starmer are up to for the rest of the day
Starmer and Trump held an hour-long press conference a little earlier, taking on dozens of questions ranging from Gaza to the EU-UK deal. But that’s not the end of their expected appearances – here’s what the two leaders will be up to for the rest of the day:
- Starmer and Trump will travel together to Aberdeen, according to the prime minister’s office
- From there the pair will head to Trump’s other golf hotel in the east of Scotland, where the US leader is opening a second course. They are expected to arrive at17:25 BST (12:25 EDT)
- Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney – who promises to make the case for cutting tariffs on Scotch whisky – is expected to meet Trump and Starmer on Monday evening for dinner
- President Trump will travel back to Washington DC on Tuesday, but is due to return to the UK for an official state visit in September
Trump’s changing tone on Russia and Putin
The news that Donald Trump is “disappointed” with Vladimir Putin and will “reduce” the 50-day deadline is no surprise to those who have been watching the White House closely.
For the last several months, Trump’s tone on the Russian leader has slowly – but steadily – been changing.
At the beginning of his second administration in January, Trump’s detractors often accused him of being overly reluctant to criticise Russia, and at times he even seems to suggest that Ukraine and President Volodomyr Zelensky bore some responsibility for the war starting.
Trump had also previously suggested that, perhaps, a ceasefire was just around the corner. But his patience began to wear thin over time as Russian missiles and drones continued to strike Ukrainian cities.
In late April, for example, Trump wrote on Truth Social that he is “not happy” with Putin, later adding that “things will happen” if the attacks continue.
“Vladimir, stop!” he added.
More recently, he has pledged new weapons available for Ukraine – a first during his administration.
Some detractors, particularly Ukrainians, have noted that the previous 50-day deadline means little on the ground and gave Russia more time to accomplish its military objectives.
Even with those weapons and the 50-day deadline, the attacks continued – and today’s comments are a clear sign that he is growing exasperated.
Trump has said that he may announce something later today, given that there is “no reason to wait” for additional steps like secondary sanctions if Putin is not inclined to come to the negotiating table.
“Every time I think it’s going to end, he kills people,” Trump said. “I’m not so interested in talking anymore….we’ll see what happens.”
Top Ukrainian aide thanks Trump for changing Putin’s deadline
Ukrainian presidential chief of staff Andriy Yermak has welcomed Trump’s decision to reduce the 50-day deadline he had given to Russia to agree to a ceasefire.
In a post on X, Yermak thanks Trump for “standing firm and delivering a clear message of peace through strength”.
He adds that: “Putin respects only power – and that message is loud and clear. When America leads with strength, others think twice.”
Ukrainian MP Kira Rudik says Ukrainians hope Trump “acts now”.
“After endless nights of Russia’s terror, the news Ukrainians want to read over and over: President Trump is ‘losing patience with Russia’,” she writes.
Trump gets tough with Russia and gushes over Scotland
US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke for about an hour to a room full of journalists at Trump’s Scottish golf club in Turnberry. The pair covered a lot of topics, here’s the main points:
Ukraine: Trump set a deadline on 10-12 days for Russia to agree to a deal on Ukraine, effectively halving his previous 50-day deadline. Trump said if Russia doesn’t come to an agreement he may impose sanctions and secondary tariffs.
Gaza: Starmer and Trump agreed that aid needs to get into Gaza and they need a ceasefire, with Starmer describing images of starvation as “intolerable”. Trump said it has been “difficult” dealing with Hamas, and it’s hard with hostages remaining in captivity.
Scotland: Trump announced he will meet Scottish First Minister John Swinney later today as he dodged giving his opinion on Scottish independence. He did however speak of his love for the country, and said “a lot” of the trade done between the UK and US will go to Scotland. He also took aim at the offshore wind turbines, calling them “ugly”.
UK: Trump said he loves the UK government’s plans to build three nuclear reactors, calling nuclear power “safe”. On pharmaceuticals, Trump said he wants them to be back in the US, and said the UK has good pharmaceutical business.
Epstein files continue to plague Trump
Epstein files continue to plague Trump
Questions about the infamous “Epstein files” and Ghislaine Maxwell have continued to plague Donald Trump, thwarting the White House’s efforts to move on from the story.
Trump has come under fire from both sides of the political spectrum for his handling of the issue, with some in his Maga base expressing dismay at the administration’s failure to deliver a rumoured “client list” of Epstein. In a memo earlier this month, the justice department and FBI said there was no such list.
Epstein died in a New York prison cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, following an earlier conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor. His death was ruled a suicide.
Maxwell was convicted in 2022 of recruiting and trafficking teenage girls for sexual abuse by Epstein, her then boyfriend.
Maxwell’s recent meeting with justice department officials has so far done little to assuage concerns from some of Trump’s supporters.
Nor has Trump’s efforts to shift focus to the Democrats, such as Trump’s new claims that previously classified documents point to a “treasonous conspiracy” on the part of Barack Obama and others ahead of the 2016 election.
To some of his detractors, his statements, along with those of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, suggest he is trying to shift attention away from Epstein – a charge the administration vehemently denies.
A spokesman for Obama issued a rare retort, calling Trump’s attack “a weak attempt at distraction”.
Trump-Starmer press conference ends
The bilateral press conference with President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer has now ended.
We will continue to bring you lines and analysis from the meeting, as well as more coverage of Trump’s visit to Scotland. Stick with us.
‘I never went to the island,’ says Trump on Epstein
Continuing to talk about Epstein, Trump tells reporters: “By the way, I never went to the island.”
“I never had the privilege of going to his island, and I did turn it down,” he repeats.
“In one of my very good moments I turned it down, I didn’t want to go to his island.”
Trump says affiliation with Epstein files is a ‘hoax’
Now, on to the topic that’s had the whole world talking – the Epstein files.
A reporter asks Trump if the Attorney General has to tell him if his name appears in the files.
Trump immediately says his affiliation with the case is a “hoax” that has been built up “way beyond proportion”.
He goes on to say those files were run by “the worst scum on earth”, naming former President Joe Biden among others.
He says if they had anything on him, they would’ve released it when he was running for president.
Trump hits out at Aberdeen’s ‘ugly’ windmills
Asked about his thoughts on wind energy, Trump says: “Wind is the most expensive form of energy and it destroys the beauty of your fields and your plains.”
He says Aberdeen has “some of the ugliest windmills you’ve ever seen”. He says the UK can instead get oil and gas out of the North Sea, which he says would be cheaper and less ugly.
Nobody has approached me about pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell – Trump
Trump is asked whether he would rule out or ever consider a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s associate.
Ghislaine Maxwell is a convicted sex-trafficker who is serving 20 years in prison for helping Epstein abuse young girls.
“Nobody has approached me with it, nobody’s asked me about it,” he responds.
“It’s in the news about that aspect of it but right now it would be inappropriate to talk about it.”
‘Why did UK get better trade deal than EU?’
Now a reporter asks Trump why he gave the UK a “better trade deal” than the EU.
“We have a very special relationship with this country,” Trump says, adding that his mother was born there, and that “it always has an impact”.
Trump says he “wants to see this part of the world to do well”.
Trump pressed on tariff deal with China
Trump is asked whether a tariff deal with China is expected before his August deadline. He says they are meeting right now, and that “we have a good relationship with China”.
“China’s tough…we’re all tough, but we’re gonna see what happens,” he says.
‘We’ve always stood together’ – Starmer
Trump is now asked whether he has any advice for a “divided” and “polarised” world, and his thoughts on Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
“I like this man (Starmer) a lot, and I like Nigel,” Trump responds.
He says one is “slightly liberal” and the other is “slightly conservative” but they are both “good men”.
Starmer points to the “huge amount” the UK has already achieved with the US.
“The relationship between our countries […] whether it’s defence, security, intelligence sharing, is a close historic relationship,” Starmer says.
“We’ve always stood together.”
Will the PM recall Parliament for Trump?
Although Parliament is currently on recess, a reporter asks Starmer is he will recall it so President Trump can speak to MPs.
Starmer reiterates that Parliament isn’t in session at the moment, but goes on to say that this visit is “unprecedented” and there are many elements that have “never been seen before”.
“This is not just a state visit,” he adds that it’s an “unprecedented second state visit”.
Trump interjects, says the fact that it’s never been done before makes it more “interesting”.
Trump jokes that if Starmer wants him to speak in Parliament he’ll do it, but adds that he might do it another time.
Trump criticises London’s mayor ahead of state visit
Speaking about his UK state visit planned for September, Trump says he is a big fan of King Charles and he “looks really well”. He says nobody does pomp and ceremony like the UK.
A reporter asks if Trump will visit London during his stay, to which he says yes, adding, “I’m not a fan of your mayor”. The president says Mayor Sadiq Khan has done a “terrible job”, without elaborating.
Starmer interjects: “Well he’s a friend of mine,” the prime minister says, laughing.
Trump to meet Scotland’s first minister today
The pair are now asked about Scottish independence following comments from Scotland’s first minister, who said an SNP majority at Holyrood is the only way to ensure a second independence referendum.
Trump says he doesn’t want to get involved in UK politics, but adds that he’ll meet Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney today.
Starmer insists he wants a “stronger Scotland” in a “better United Kingdom”, adding that this is a time globally of “uncertainty” and the UK is “always stronger as all four nations”.
Trump threatens sanctions or secondary tariffs on Russia
A journalist presses Trump about the new deadline he has set for Russia to agree to a new ceasefire, of 10-12 days.
Trump responds that he will make an official announcement either tonight or tomorrow.
“There’s no reason to wait if you know what the answer is going to be,” he says.
Trump says if they don’t come to an agreement he may impose sanctions or secondary tariffs.
“I don’t want to do that to Russia, I love the Russian people,” he says.
Will the UK censor Truth Social?
A reporter asks Trump a question about new measures in the UK that put restrictions on social media sites to protect children, and if they will affect the US president’s social media site Truth Social.
“I don’t think he’s going to censor my site because I say only good things,” Trump says, adding, jokingly to Starmer, “Will you please uncensor my site?”
Starmer interjects, saying “no one is getting censored”, and that the new measures in place are simply to protect children from certain social media sites.
Trump says talks with Putin have failed ‘on too many occasions
Back to the topic of Russia’s war in Ukraine, one journalist tells Trump they can sense his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The journalist asks if Putin has been lying to Trump about his intentions in Ukraine.
Trump says he doesn’t want to use the word lying, but he says it has seemed on three occasions that they would get a ceasefire deal.
“All of a sudden missiles are flying into Kyiv… what’s that all about?” he says.
“This has happened on too many occasions and I don’t like it.”
US will work with UK on pharmaceuticals, says Trump
Asked about pharmaceutical tariffs, Trump says he has a “very big plan on pharmaceuticals” and “we want to bring them back to America – where they should be”.
Trump says they learnt a hard lesson during the Covid-19 pandemic, as the US was getting pharmaceuticals from other countries.
He adds that the UK has a good pharmaceutical business and the US will be dealing with the UK on this.
‘Israel has a lot of responsibility’ in limiting aid – Trump
A journalist takes the discussion back to Gaza and asks Trump about his comments on Hamas stealing food and aid – asking what responsibility Israel has in limiting aid to the region.
Trump says Israel has a “lot of responsibility” but adds they are “hampered” by the fact there are 20 hostages still being held by Hamas.
He adds the people of Israel are “very concerned” by the hostages.
Starmer adds at this point that we “need to get the hostages out” – calling that the starting point.
The UK prime minister adds that the situation on the ground in Gaza is “absolutely intolerable” and that humanitarian aid needs to get in “at speed and at volume”.
Will there be a ‘better deal’ done for Scotland?
Trump speaks a bit about his family, telling reporters that his mother was born in Scotland and had great love for the region and for the Queen.
He says she and his sisters visited frequently. “They loved this part of the world,” he says.
This prompted a question from a reporter: Will there be a better deal to be done for Scotland – specifically on whisky?
Trump says “a lot” of the trade deal done between the US and UK will go to Scotland, with Starmer adding it will be a great deal for all of the United Kingdom.
Trump hails progress in energy plans
The US president now moves on to energy talks, saying there’s a “whole new thing happening” where nuclear energy is concerned.
He points to the UK’s Rolls-Royce nuclear plants, saying “I love that” and “what a great brand that is”.
Trump mentions nuclear energy is “safe” and “inexpensive”, at which point Starmer jumps in to say the UK sees it “as a big part of the future”.
EU is very involved in helping Gaza efforts – Trump
Trump says he is speaking to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netenyahu but adds that it’s very difficult situation.
Continuing on Gaza, Trump says the European Union is “very much involved” in wanting to help in getting Palestinian people fed.
He calls the “area of Gaza” a “very troubled place” – adding it has been for “decades”.
“Our hearts are in the right place,” he add
Trump reiterates that Hamas is using hostages as a shield
Trump goes on to say that it has been “difficult” dealing with Hamas.
He says that they have managed to get a “tremendous” amount of hostages out, but it’s happened in “drips and drabs”.
He says that now that Hamas has a few hostages left, it will be difficult to make a deal, as the group uses them as a “shield”.
“When they give them up, they no longer have a shield,” he says.
‘We want to get the children fed’ in Gaza – Trump
Speaking on their discussions on Gaza, Trump says “we want to get the children fed” and he hopes that the food “goes to the people who need it”.
The US is “prepared” and “wants” to help humanitarian efforts in Gaza, he continues, as he calls it a “terrible situation”.
He turns to Starmer and says it’s “great to hear you feel the same”.
Trump congratulates Starmer on trade deal
Starmer thanks Trump for the discussion they’ve had so far, saying that is going to continue. He adds that he appreciates seeing Trump’s golf course in Turnberry, Scotland.
Starmer says he’ll invite Trump to a football ground at some stage in return.
Trump responds by thanking Starmer for the trade deal, saying he’s done a “fantastic job” getting it across the finish line.
Leaders discuss ceasefire plans in Gaza
Starmer begins by saying that he and Trump have talked about the “intolerable” situation in Gaza.
“We have to get to that ceasefire and we have to get humanitarian aid in,” Starmer says.
He adds that without Trump, they wouldn’t be able to get a resolution. Starmer says they have discussed a plan for what happens in Gaza after the ceasefire.
Starmer and Trump speaking to media
Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer are now addressing the media in Scotland.
Starmer is up first – we’ll have those lines with you as soon as we get them.
Trump threatens to reduce 50-day deadline for Putin to agree to deal
A journalist shifts the conversation to ask about Russia’s war in Ukraine, to which Trump says he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have been close to reaching a ceasefire deal five times.
“I’ve spoken to President Putin a lot, I’ve gotten along with him very well,” he says, but adds that Putin “goes out and starts launching rockets into some city, like Kyiv, and kills a lot of people in a nursing home or whatever, you have bodies lying all over the street”.
Trump says he is “very disappointed in Putin”, adding that he may reduce the 50 days he’s given the Russian president to agree to a ceasefire deal.
“I’m going to reduce that 50 days that I gave him to a lesser number, because I think I already know the answer what’s going to happen,” he says.
Trump says Hamas keeping hostages as ‘shields’
Trump thanks Starmer for helping the US in the release of hostages being held in Gaza, but Trump adds that Hamas won’t release the final 20 hostages – “that’s like their shield”.
The US president tells reporters “the fight will have to be a little bit different” between Gaza and Israel going forwards.
He says he has told Israel’s prime minister that he will have to approach the conflict in “a different way”.
“A ceasefire is possible,” Trump says, and claims there would be “six major wars going on” if he wasn’t around.
Starmer calls out ‘absolute catastrophe’ in Gaza
Trump is asked if he agrees with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s assessment that there is no starvation in Gaza.
“I mean based on television, I would say not particularly because those children look very hungry,” he says.
Starmer then interrupts the US president: “It’s a humanitarian crisis. It’s an absolute catastrophe. I think people in Britain are revolted in seeing what they’re seeing on their screens.”
The prime minister says they need to get a ceasefire and thanks the US president for leading on that. Starmer adds that they are working with Jordan to get direct aid drops into Gaza.
Starmer explains small boat crisis to Trump
A reporter has just asked Trump how he thinks the UK should deal with the small boat crisis in the country.
Starmer takes a moment to explain the situation to Trump, saying that it’s about “stopping people coming over the channel who shouldn’t be here”.
Trump then talks about the US’ immigration policy and says no-one has come into the country illegally in the last month.
“If you’re stopping immigration and stopping the wrong people, my hats are off to you,” Trump says.
Trump says even though he knows “nothing about the boats”, he praises Starmer’s strong stance against illegal immigration.
‘Other nations are going to have to step up’ – Trump
There are “a lot of starving people” in Gaza at the moment, Trump tells reporters.
“Other nations are going to have to step up,” he says, adding that EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told him European nations would “step up” their support “substantially”.