Burnham says he is prepared to call out Trump 'if right for Britain'

In the United Kingdom on 26 July 2026, Andy Burnham, in his first week as prime minister, told the BBC he is prepared to call out Donald Trump 'if right for Britain'. Bloomberg and Reuters reported that he would challenge Trump if required or if it is in Britain's interest, and the Daily Express quoted him saying 'You have to defend yourself'.

Burnham pledged continued support for Ukraine ahead of a visit by Zelenskyy, who spoke to Sky News about Burnham, drone warfare and the Russian threat. The Times of Israel reported that his new solicitor general met with Hamas in 2010.