As Donald Trump threatens tariffs on various nations, the UK finds itself in a precarious position, balancing its trade relationships with both the US and EU. UK leader Keir Starmer is calling for strong trade ties with the US, even as concerns grow over potential fallout from a trade war. The UK government plans possible retaliation if Trump imposes tariffs on British goods, with experts suggesting that the UK might avoid the worst of the tariffs due to favorable surpluses in services. Amid conflicting pressures, Starmer maintains that the UK does not need to choose between the US and the EU, navigating a path fraught with diplomatic challenges as markets react to fears of an escalating trade war.