Starmer calls on European leaders to put more economic pressure on Russia

PM wants to see all allies stepping up', saying Donald Trump's threat of sanctions has rattled Vladimir Putin

Keir Starmer has called on European leaders to put more economic pressure on Russia, saying Donald Trump's threat of sanctions has left Vladimir Putin rattled".

Before a meeting in Brussels on Monday, the prime minister said it was necessary to see all allies stepping up - particularly in Europe" when it comes to inflicting economic harm on Russia, and argued it would help bring about peace by ending the Ukraine war sooner.