King Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speech
King Charles III addressed the US Congress during his four-day visit, emphasizing the importance of NATO unity and support for Ukraine amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. He highlighted the shared history and values between the UK and the US while avoiding direct references to specific political frictions. The speech included calls for continued collaboration on trade and environmental issues, reflecting on the mutual benefits of the longstanding alliance.
- ▪King Charles III called for NATO unity and support for Ukraine during his speech to the US Congress.
- ▪He praised the shared history and values of the UK and US, using humor to engage lawmakers.
- ▪The speech addressed the importance of collective defense and highlighted the growing trade and investment between the two nations.
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News|Donald TrumpKing Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speechUK sovereign hails national friendship, but delivers pointed messages in speech during four-day US visit.ListenListen (4 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoUS Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson applaud as the United Kingdom's King Charles III arrives to address Congress in the House Chamber at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, the United States [Henry Nicholls/AFP]Published On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026Britain’s King Charles III has used a speech in front of the United States Congress to pledge NATO unity and call for support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing invasion.The address on Tuesday came…
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