India, June 22 -- The United Kingdom is set to see a new prime minister after Keir Starmer, on Monday, announced his intention to step down from the top post after two years in office. The announcement from the Labour leader comes amid the buzz of Starmer's resignation due to pressure from fellow Labour leaders.

Addressing a sudden press conference outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer stated that one of the key questions the Labour party was asking if he is "best placed to lead the party till the next general elections." Follow LIVE updates on UK PM news

"I have heard the answer, and I accept it with good grace," said Starmer as he announced his intention to resign.

"I will resign as leader of the Labour Party," he said, adding that ever...