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Trump and Burnham’s first meeting was a success – but could this ‘good connection’ harm the prime minister at home?

Tonally, it was perhaps not quite what the UK prime minister and his delegation had been hoping for. Moments before meeting Andy Burnham for the first time, Donald Trump told the world about “a British invasion fleet” arriving 250 years ago “to crush the cause of liberty”.

The Conversation · Sep 23

UK to review Chagos deal after Trump tells Burnham it is 'terrible'

Britain has suspended its €139 million-a-year lease payments for the Diego Garcia base while ministers try to reshape the agreement into one Washington can accept, with the Conservatives calling for it to be scrapped altogether.

Euronews · Sep 23

Burnham survived his first Trump meeting. His nice hair may have had something to do with it

The PM’s shiny newness could explain the easy ride he got this time. But who would dare predict the ever-shifting weather in the president’s head? asks Guardian columnist, Emma Brockes

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23

Burnham navigates diplomatic rapids in first Trump meeting, but turbulent waters lie ahead

British aides express relief, as the prime minister’s team say the meeting was at the ‘top end of their expectations’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 23

Brexit has left Britain ‘impotent – a bobbing cork in the sea,’ says David Miliband

Exclusive: Former foreign secretary adds to mounting pressure for a new UK deal with EU to repair Brexit damage

The Independent UK · Sep 23

David Miliband: Aid cuts to blame for Ebola outbreak that has killed thousands

Exclusive: Former foreign secretary takes aim at global cuts and criticises Labour government for ‘bloody frustrating’ cuts in overseas aid

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Starmer talked ‘too tough’ over Russia, claims Trump amid Kremlin threat alert

The US president has taken a conciliatory approach towards Vladimir Putin, while criticising the former British prime minister.

Evening Standard · Sep 22

Starmer talked ‘too tough’ over Russia, claims Trump

The US president has taken a conciliatory approach towards Vladimir Putin, while criticising the former British prime minister.

The Independent UK · Sep 22

Burnham touts 'good connection' with Trump as pair meet for first time in New York

Trump remained polite and friendly throughout a news conference following his meeting with Burnham, offering largely diplomatic answers to potential flashpoint topics.

Euronews · Sep 22

Trump praises Burnham despite tensions over AI, Chagos Islands and Iran

US president calls UK prime minister ‘a natural businessperson’ as leaders meet at UN assembly in New York

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22