UK PM Not Embarrassed by Trump Aide Hoax

The UK Prime Minister has said he is not embarrassed after it emerged he had communicated with someone posing as Susie Wiles, the chief of staff to US President Donald Trump.

The hoax exchange has sparked political debate and raised questions about the security protocols used for communications between heads of government.

Downing Street confirmed the incident but said appropriate steps were being taken to review security procedures. The PM said he remained focused on important bilateral issues with the United States.