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Trump Criticizes UK Energy Policy, Urges More Oil Drilling

Former president calls for British fossil fuel expansion

29 July 2025 · 23:32 UTC

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged the United Kingdom to expand oil drilling operations, criticizing current British energy policies as overly restrictive.

Speaking during a visit to Scotland, Trump accused the UK government of limiting energy independence and claimed its approach undermines economic growth.