President Donald Trump concluded his visit to Scotland with a tender family moment before boarding Air Force One. The president was photographed holding the hands of two of his grandchildren as he prepared to return to the United States.
By his side were Spencer, 12, and Chloe, 11 — two of Donald Trump Jr.’s children. In the background, Trump Jr. appeared alongside his girlfriend, Bettina Anderson. Trump Jr., who has five children in total, has long remained a prominent presence throughout his father’s political journey.
Trump Jr.’s eldest daughter, Kai, 18, has also stepped into the spotlight, sharing her grandfather’s love for golf. She recently captured national attention at the 2024 Republican National Convention, where she delivered a widely praised debut speech, speaking glowingly about President Trump.
The family’s departure came at the end of several days in the United Kingdom, where the president spent time at his renowned golf resorts in Scotland while also engaging in high-level diplomatic discussions. During the trip, Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with the two leaders reportedly addressing trade tariff disputes as both countries look to strengthen economic ties.
Yet, the visit was overshadowed by a dramatic diplomatic development from London. Prime Minister Starmer announced that the United Kingdom will formally recognize the state of Palestine if Israel does not take immediate steps to address the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and agree to a sustainable ceasefire.
If implemented, this move would make the UK the second G7 nation — after France — to commit to Palestinian recognition, a decision that could significantly reshape the geopolitical landscape. The announcement comes 77 years after the establishment of Israel in 1948, which resulted in the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian Arabs.
Humanitarian Crisis Sparks Global Attention
Starmer’s statement coincides with increasingly dire reports from Gaza, where starvation has become a growing concern. Israeli blockades have further worsened the conditions, pushing the region to the brink of famine.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected accusations that Israel is obstructing aid, while also condemning France’s recent decision to move toward recognition of Palestine.
In a rare departure from his usual stance, President Trump openly criticized Netanyahu’s handling of the crisis, particularly his dismissive comments regarding reports of widespread starvation.
Meanwhile, the United States has expanded its relief efforts, dispatching an estimated $60 million in humanitarian aid to Gaza over the weekend in an effort to alleviate the suffering.