TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND - JULY 28: U.S. President Donald Trump meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) at Trump Turnberry golf club on July 28, 2025 in Turnberry, Scotland. U.S. President Donald Trump is visiting his Trump Turnberry golf course, as well as Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeenshire, during a brief visit to Scotland from July 25 to 29. (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)
URGENT UPDATE: US President Donald Trump has declared that addressing the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip is an immediate priority, stating, “you have a lot of starving people.” Speaking alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his golf resort in Turnberry, Scotland, Trump emphasized the need for food and safety for the affected population.
The United States has already allocated $60 million for humanitarian aid, but Trump insists that “other countries will have to step up.” He revealed that he discussed the urgent situation with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday, who assured him that European nations would significantly increase their support.
Trump plans to further address the humanitarian crisis with Starmer during their meeting on Monday. “We’re giving a lot of money and a lot of food, and other nations are now stepping up,” Trump stated, underlining the critical nature of the situation. Starmer echoed this sentiment, calling it “an absolute catastrophe” and expressing the British public’s outrage at the unfolding humanitarian crisis.
In addition to the urgent need for food, Trump criticized the Hamas militant group for its refusal to release more hostages and indicated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may need to alter Israel’s approach. “I told Bibi that you have to maybe do it a different way,” Trump remarked. He acknowledged the potential for a ceasefire but stated that effective measures must be taken immediately.
The humanitarian conditions are dire, with the Gaza health ministry reporting at least 14 deaths in the last 24 hours due to starvation. This brings the total death toll from hunger to 147, including 89 children, primarily occurring in recent weeks. Despite Israel’s efforts to improve aid access, including air drops and daily humanitarian pauses, United Nations agencies warn that these measures are insufficient to combat famine-like conditions.
Trump also addressed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, announcing a new 10 to 12-day deadline for Russia to make progress in ending the war. He expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for prolonging the conflict, asserting that he would impose sanctions on both Russia and its buyers if no advancements are made. “There’s no reason in waiting… We just don’t see any progress being made,” Trump stated.
The Kremlin has yet to respond to Trump’s announcements. He has previously expressed disappointment with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, indicating a desire for a swift resolution. “I’m disappointed in President Putin,” Trump said, emphasizing that he had hoped for a quick end to the conflict.
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens and international tensions in Ukraine escalate, the world watches closely for developments. The urgency for food and aid in Gaza is palpable, while the clock ticks on Trump’s new deadline for Russia, making these issues critical points of focus for global leaders.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
