Samantha Bartlett

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he would publicly disagree with US President Donald Trump when necessary to protect Britain's national interests, particularly regarding the conflict involving Iran. In an interview with BBC journalist Laura Kuenssberg, Burnham declined to give a simple answer on whether he trusts Trump and said circumstances require leaders to reassess their positions. Many British viewers praised his willingness to speak up, although others questioned whether he would act on his words and criticised his hesitant speaking style. Burnham also ruled out calling an early general election before 2029, saying voters endorsed a manifesto that he intends to deliver.