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Starmer says he was shocked after shooting at Trump media dinner

International
Published on 26 April 2026
Starmer says he was shocked after shooting at Trump media dinner

A “huge relief” Starmer noted—Trump was unharmed

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was “shocked” after a shooting at a Washington media gala linked to Trump. He stressed it was a “huge relief” that Donald Trump and others were unharmed, and called any attack on democratic institutions or press freedom unacceptable. Starmer also sent a message of solidarity to Trump, a senior minister said.

  • Starmer said he was shocked by the Washington shooting
  • He emphasized Trump and others were unharmed
  • Starmer condemned attacks on democratic institutions and press freedom
  • A message of solidarity was sent to Trump
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