Keir Starmer was once again humiliated by Donald Trump (Image: Getty)
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has once again been humiliated by Donald Trump live on air. The cringeworthy moment took place at Wednesday’s (June 17) G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, which was aired live on Fox News. The annual international forum saw the leaders of the world’s seven largest economies reunite to discuss several pressing agendas, including the Iran war, Artificial Intelligence, and global economic stability.
Whilst the politicians were seated, Trump made a grand entrance, jokingly declaring, “I’m the boss.” As the 80-year-old walked to his seat, he politely acknowledged Sir Keir with a pat on the shoulder, which prompted the UK leader to utter a response. But the US President completely blanked the PM, turning his back to greet France’s Emmanuel Macron with a stern handshake and brief pleasantries.
Donald Trump ignored Keir Starmer’s response (Image: Getty)
After uttering: “Thank you very much,” to Macron, Trump took his seat before the leaders proceeded with the first session on the final day of the G7 summit.
This marks the second time Sir Keir has been ignored by the US leader; just one day ago, the Prime Minister was forced to wear an awkward grin as Trump greeted everyone but him.
On Tuesday, (June 16), Starmer stood awkwardly beside Trump, who was enthusiastically shaking hands with others without acknowledging him. Starmer has a fixed grin on his face as Trump seems to completely ignore him, even though they are standing so close.
This moment aired on GB News and was highlighted by the reporter, who stated: “The US president brutally blanked the Prime Minister, as you can see on your screens now.
“What’s this brutal smackdown reminiscent of lonely Theresa May at the 2016 Brexit summit’s rejection? What’s this, Sir Keir Starmer‘s final humiliation?” Ironically, as they broadcast the clip, a ticker read: “PM insists he ‘gets on really well’ with the President despite no one-to-one meeting.”
Although Starmer continues to face questions about his leadership in the UK, he insisted he would fight to remain in his job if a formal challenge to his premiership were launched.
Speaking at the G7 Summit, the PM stated: “If there is a challenge, I intend to fight in any challenge to my leadership.
“I don’t think there should be a challenge, because I think that is a bad thing for the country.”
