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Economic chaos or new normal? Three possible scenarios if Trump leaves Iran without reopening Strait of Hormuz

The Strait has become a central anxiety for Washington’s allies since Tehran forced its effective closure

The Independent UK · Apr 1

Trump claims Iran wants ceasefire as Starmer seeks to calm UK economic fears

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: ‘No matter how fierce this storm, we are well-placed to weather it.’

Evening Standard · Apr 1

Congress awaits a royal address from King Charles

During the nation’s 250th anniversary, the British are coming — this time by invitation. His Majesty Charles III, king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is set to address a joint meeting of Congress on April 28, House and Senate leaders announced Wednesday. “The relationship between…

Roll Call · Apr 1

Britain to host 35 countries for strait of Hormuz talks, says Starmer

US understood not to be invited directly to talks that will explore ways of reopening critical waterway

The Guardian - UK · Apr 1

Trump considers pulling US out of 'paper tiger' NATO

Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK would host a meeting of about 35 countries to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been crippled by the Iran war.

Euronews · Apr 1

Three more arrests after arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

The men were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent at separate addresses in east London on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Apr 1

Monzo to shut down operations in US and double down on UK and Europe

The digital bank said it was making a strategic decision to leave the US, which will result in about 50 job losses.

Evening Standard · Apr 1

Starmer dismisses ‘noise’ after Trump says he is considering pulling out of Nato

The Prime Minister insisted he would not change his position on Britain’s involvement with the war against Iran, despite pressure to do so.

Evening Standard · Apr 1

Prime Minister declines to say whether King should meet Epstein victims

The family of Virginia Giuffre and US congressman Ro Khanna have called for Charles to meet victims.

Evening Standard · Apr 1

Starmer pledges UK will have closer ties with the EU – here’s why

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The Independent UK · Apr 1