Trump tells Starmer to take military action to tackle small boat crossings
- Donald Trump suggested Sir Keir Starmer should involve the military to tackle the small boat crisis, warning that illegal migration could "destroy" countries.
- The US president discussed the situation with Sir Keir at the Prime Minister’s country residence, Chequers.
- Trump highlighted his own record on US border security, claiming his administration achieved "zero" illegal entries in the last three months.
- He advised using any means necessary, including military intervention, to stop illegal immigration, stating it "destroys countries from within".
- Sir Keir Starmer referenced recent actions, including the first return of migrants to France under a new agreement, which took place shortly before his meeting with Trump.