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British ambassador says Trump ‘factually wrong’ over state of UK

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Britain ’s ambassador to the US , Sir Christian Turner, has directly challenged claims made by Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance about the UK .
Speaking at a King’s birthday event in Washington , Sir Christian stated that assertions British cities are unsafe, overrun by migrants, or curbing free speech are factually wrong.
The diplomat rejected distorted narratives and forces of division, urging critics to move past recent transatlantic tensions.
Sir Christian noted a very positive first meeting between prime minister Andy Burnham and Donald Trump at the United Nations .
He called for the renewal of the UK-US alliance as America marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, expressing optimism for future cooperation.

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