Keir Starmer has called for a stronger partnership between the United Kingdom and the European Union, citing rising global instability, particularly driven by the conflict in Iran.
Speaking at a press conference, Starmer argued that closer cooperation on both security and economic fronts is crucial. He warned that the current crisis could ‘define us for a generation’ and lead to impacts akin to the energy shocks of the 1970s.
“We want to be more ambitious,” he stated, advocating for deeper alignment founded on “common values” and “shared interests.”
His remarks come amidst escalating tensions with Donald Trump, who has criticized European allies, including the UK, for not supporting American military operations against Iran.
This dispute has further strained transatlantic relations, with Trump recently telling the Daily Telegraph that the United States is seriously considering withdrawal from NATO.
Starmer also highlighted the long-term economic repercussions of Brexit, describing the 2020 agreement as having inflicted “profound damage” on the British economy.