UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has rejected comments made by US Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance, who suggested the UK under its new Labour government could become the first “Islamist” nation with nuclear weapons. During a recent broadcast interview, Lammy dismissed the characterization of the UK but emphasized his personal relationship with Vance, whom he described as a friend. Lammy reiterated the strength of the US-UK alliance, asserting that the diplomatic partnership remains resilient regardless of political leadership changes in either country.
- Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance claimed at a conference that the UK under a Labour administration could be the first “Islamist country” with nuclear weapons.
- UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy rejected the comments, stating he did not recognize Vance’s description of the United Kingdom.
- Lammy noted he has met with Vance previously and characterized him as a friend, emphasizing mutual respect despite political disagreements.
- The Foreign Secretary stressed that the UK-US special relationship remains secure and adapts to changing administrations in both Washington and London.
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