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    Trump assertion that London could introduce Sharia law is 'nonsense,' says Starmer

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    Posted on September 25, 2025

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    Last updated: January 21, 2026

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    Tags:Islamic financeLondon Stock Exchangefinancial communityShariahfinancial sector

    Quick Summary

    Keir Starmer dismisses Trump's claim of Sharia law in London as 'nonsense', defending Mayor Sadiq Khan amid their ongoing feud.

    Table of Contents

    • Starmer's Response to Trump's Comments
    • Background on the Feud
    • Khan's Reaction to Trump's Remarks

    Starmer Calls Trump's Sharia Law Claims About London 'Nonsense'

    Starmer's Response to Trump's Comments

    LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday rejected Donald Trump's recent assertion that there was a push to apply Islamic Sharia law in London, calling it "nonsense" and defending London Mayor Sadiq Khan in rare criticism of the U.S. president.

    Background on the Feud

    Trump earlier this week at the United Nations delivered a sweeping criticism of immigration policies in Europe. He singled out the UK capital, saying "now they want to go to Sharia law" and calling Khan a "terrible, terrible mayor".

    Khan's Reaction to Trump's Remarks

    "The idea of the introduction of Sharia law is nonsense and Sadiq Khan is a very good man," Starmer told ITV London. He added that there are few things he disagrees with Trump on, "but I'm very clear, this is one of them".

    Khan, who represents Starmer's centre-left Labour Party, in 2016 became the first Muslim to be elected mayor of London. He has since won two more mayoral elections and has the largest personal mandate of any British politician.

    The U.S. president's comments at the General Assembly were the latest in a long-running public feud between Trump and Khan that goes back to at least 2017, when Khan criticised Trump for pledging a travel ban on a number of majority-Muslim countries.

    Starmer, a technocrat and a self-proclaimed socialist, and Trump, a proudly unpredictable Republican, have generally overcome their differences to develop a good working relationship.

    Trump's criticism on Tuesday came only a week after he hailed the U.S.-British relationship during an unprecedented second state visit to Britain that involved royal pomp, including a carriage tour and a white-tie banquet.

    Khan responded to Trump's comments this week by accusing him of being "racist, sexist, misogynistic and Islamophobic." He pointed to data that shows a record number of Americans are settling in Britain.

    (Reporting by William James and Andrew MacAskill, Editing by Rosalba O'Brien)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Keir Starmer dismisses Trump's Sharia law claim as nonsense.
    • •Trump criticized London's immigration policies at the UN.
    • •Sadiq Khan, London's mayor, is defended by Starmer.
    • •Trump and Khan have a longstanding public feud.
    • •Starmer and Trump maintain a working relationship despite differences.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Trump assertion that London could introduce Sharia law is 'nonsense,' says Starmer

    1What is Sharia law?

    Sharia law is a system of Islamic law derived from the Quran and Hadith, governing various aspects of life, including finance, ethics, and personal conduct.

    2What is Islamic finance?

    Islamic finance refers to financial activities that comply with Sharia law, prohibiting interest (riba) and promoting risk-sharing, ethical investments, and social justice.

    3What is the London Stock Exchange?

    The London Stock Exchange is one of the world's oldest and largest stock exchanges, where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold.

    4What is a financial community?

    A financial community consists of individuals and institutions engaged in financial activities, including banking, investment, and economic development.

    5What is a financial sector?

    The financial sector encompasses all institutions, markets, and services that facilitate the flow of funds, including banks, investment firms, insurance companies, and stock exchanges.

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