Keir Starmer’s poll ratings leap after Trump withdraws support for Ukraine

Around 30% of voters say they prefer Labour for dealing with allies against threats to the UK' in boost to party leader

Keir Starmer's approval ratings have shot up since Donald Trump returned to the White House and shocked Europe by withdrawing political and military support for Ukraine, according to the latest Opinium poll for the Observer.

Starmer's Labour government as a whole has also gained public support for its response to the global turbulence caused by Trump's return - on security and economic issues. His personal ratings have risen by 10% - albeit from an alarmingly low point - compared with a month ago.