UK appoints Mandelson to charm Trump

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Lord Peter Mandelson to a diplomatic role with the specific task of building a rapport with US President Donald Trump. The move, reported by Sky News, is part of a broader UK charm offensive to strengthen ties with the Trump administration. King Charles III is also expected to play a role in the diplomatic effort during his ongoing state visit to the United States. The appointments reflect the Starmer government's focus on managing the crucial UK-US relationship amid global tensions.