Like many other leaders faced with imminent eviction, Keir Starmer seemed to be dealing with the situation with blanket denial. The prime minister insisted he would fight on, even as his delusion appeared more deep-rooted than his peers had feared.
Macron's WhatsApp Snub
Shortly before arriving in Évian, Emmanuel Macron set up a new WhatsApp group for world leaders, excluding Starmer. The G6, as it was dubbed, aimed to discuss how to handle the UK prime minister's likely departure. Options included confronting him directly, clubbing together for a leaving gift, or pretending nothing was amiss.
Starmer's Denial
Starmer seemed in denial, insisting he would fight on and never heard of Andy Burnham, whom he dismissed as a nonentity. He claimed everyone agreed he was the best man to lead the country.
Trump's Awkward Encounter
Macron asked Donald Trump to cheer up Starmer with a chat. Trump mistakenly said, 'I'm sorry I won't be seeing you again,' leading to confusion. Trump then boasted about ending the war against Iran, claiming a $325bn success that restored the status quo.
Starmer's Promises
Starmer promised UK support, though limited to rubber dinghies and X posts warning Iran. He also revealed plans to ban social media for over-80s and exterminate Dartmoor ponies, calling it a guaranteed vote-winner.
Trump and Starmer parted with a handshake and a promise of a cage fight with Pete Hegseth. Macron joked about horse burgers, settling on Starmer's leaving gift.
