Trump threatens UK with tariffs

The threat of a new trade war between London and Washington has escalated as Trump targets the UK's levy on social media and search engine firms.

Despite the tax remaining unchanged in the 2025 trade agreement, the president told reporters the UK must 'be careful' or face retaliatory measures.

Starmer has reportedly stood firm against the pressure, even as relations are strained by disagreements over immigration and North Sea oil.

This confrontation comes just days before a scheduled state visit to the U.S. by King Charles III.