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US Vice President JD Vance Begins UK Visit Amid Sharp Policy Tensions

Meeting with UK foreign secretary precedes high‑stakes discussions

08 August 2025 · 23:55 UTC

US Vice President JD Vance has commenced a visit to the United Kingdom, starting with a meeting at Chevening with Foreign Secretary David Lammy ahead of a planned family vacation.

The visit arrives amid growing transatlantic tension, particularly regarding Gaza, Ukraine, and the UK’s potential recognition of a Palestinian state—a policy divergence that remains a deeply contentious issue.