US EditionKeir Starmer Condemns 'Heartbreaking' Killing of Political Activist Charlie Kirk
UK leaders denounce political violence following the killing of Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing activist and Turning Point USA CEO, at a Utah Valley University event.
- Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing activist and ally of Donald Trump, was shot and killed at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025.
- The shooting occurred during Kirk's American Comeback Tour event amid rising political violence, though the gunman's motive remains unknown and two initial suspects were released.
- Kirk was CEO and co-founder of Turning Point USA, an organization known for conservative campus activism and controversial anti-LGBTQ rhetoric.
- Leaders including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Utah Governor Spencer Cox condemned the killing, emphasizing that political violence has no justification and pledging full legal accountability for the perpetrator.
- The shooting prompted near-unanimous political condemnation across the US and UK, highlighting urgent calls to end political and gun violence and stressing the need for safe, open debate.
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US Ambassador to UK urges for 'political rhetoric be dialled down' following Charlie Kirk killing
America's ambassador to the UK, Warren Stephens, has urged for more respect in public debate in response to the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.Speaking to GB News in his first interview since taking up the role Mr Stephens said: "I think the political rhetoric ought to be dialled down everywhere."I knew Charlie, and if we’re not going to be allowed to debate ideas openly and freely on a college campus, then where are we goi…
Keir Starmer releases statement after Charlie Kirk shot dead at Utah university
Keir Starmer has released a statement after right-wing influencer and Trump ally Charlie Kirk was shot dead at a Utah university Shots were fired at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem where the 31-year-old was speaking. CNN reports that Kirk was answering a question about transgender mass shooters in America. Donald Trump later confirmed on Truth Social that Kirk had passed away from his injuries. Politicians around the world have reacte…
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