Brussels, July 5 (Reporter) European Council President Charles Michel congratulated Labour Party leader Kier Starmer on his victory in the UK election on Friday. Earlier in the day, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed that he is stepping down as prime minister of the United Kingdom after conceding defeat to the Labour Party in the parliamentary election. "Congratulations, Kier Starmer, on a historic election victory in the UK. The EU and the UK are crucial partners, cooperating in all areas of mutual interest for our citizens. I look forward to working with you and your government in this new cycle for the UK. See you soon in the European Political Community meeting on July 18 in the UK, where we will discuss common challenges, including stability, security, energy, and migration," Michel said on X...////...