The Latest Breaking News from David Lammy

UK support for Ukraine ‘steadfast’, says Lammy as he welcomes US deal

Ukraine and the US signed off on an economic agreement on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · May 1, 2025

‘Moment of truth’ for Lammy on Scot detained in India, says brother

The Foreign Secretary will meet with Jagtar Singh Johal’s family next week as more than 100 parliamentarians signed a letter calling for urgency.

Evening Standard · May 1, 2025

US-Ukraine minerals deal text revealed as Donald Trump makes key concession

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt describe the agreement as a ‘first of its kind, historic’ partnership, which will ensure the ‘long-term economic success of Ukraine’

Evening Standard · May 1, 2025

Trump and Zelensky meeting ‘indicative’ of efforts to achieve peace, says Lammy

The US and Ukrainian presidents were pictured in discussion at the Vatican over the weekend, having both travelled for Pope Francis’s funeral.

Evening Standard · Apr 30, 2025

Keir Starmer hosts Palestinian leader as Government unveils £101m in support

The Foreign Secretary and Mohammad Mustafa signed a memorandum of understanding outlining their commitment to advancing Palestinian statehood.

Evening Standard · Apr 28, 2025

UK to host Palestinian Authority leader for first time in four years

Keir Starmer is set to host the prime minister of the Palestinian Authority in a first official visit since 2021.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 28, 2025

Starmer to host Palestinian Authority leader and show ‘steadfast support’

Sir Keir and Foreign Secretary David Lammy will meet Mohammad Mustafa for the first official visit since 2021.

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2025

Man arrested and 11 dead after car ploughs into crowd at a Vancouver street festival. Here’s what we know

Details of incident still emerging as driver in custody said to be ‘known to police’

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2025

Terrifying explosion linked to missile fuel shipment at key Iranian port kills eight and injures 750

Residents felt the impact of the blast up to 30 miles away, with those near Shahid Rajaee having their windows and roofs destroyed

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2025

Zelensky appears to receive applause as leaders gather for Pope’s funeral

Sir Keir Starmer, the Prince of Wales and Donald Trump were also present for the funeral mass in St Peter’s Square.

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2025