Starmer Calls for Action Against UK Far-Right

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed deep concern regarding the rise of far-right groups in the UK and across Europe, particularly in light of recent anti-immigrant riots fueled by misinformation. Speaking in Germany, he emphasized the need for progressive parties to unite against populism and nationalism, which he termed 'snake oil'. Starmer noted the electoral gains of the Reform UK party, which captured 14% of the vote in a recent election, raising alarms about a potential 'German-style' far-right party emerging in the UK. He pledged that his government would focus on 'delivery and honesty' to counter these threats and improve public sentiment. The Prime Minister's comments come amid a broader context of rising far-right sentiment in Europe, with parties like Germany's AfD gaining traction. Starmer highlighted the urgency of cooperative discussions among progressive parties to address these challenges effectively.