King Charles to reaffirm U.K.-U.S. relationship in rare address to Congress
King Charles III delivered a speech to Congress, reaffirming the special relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States. He emphasized the partnership's historical significance and the need for unity in times of global uncertainty. The address coincided with the 250th anniversary of America's independence from British rule.
- ▪King Charles III marked the 250th anniversary of America's independence in his speech to Congress.
- ▪He described the U.K.-U.S. relationship as a story of reconciliation and partnership.
- ▪The king's remarks included no direct references to the ongoing Iran war, focusing instead on shared democratic values.
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U.K. RoyalsKing Charles reaffirms 'special' relationship with U.S. amid tensions over Iran warIn a speech to Congress, the king marked the 250th anniversary of America's independence from British rule. He called it "a story of reconciliation, renewal and remarkable partnership.”Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKing Charles kicks off trip to U.S.02:04Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleApril 28, 2026, 8:38 AM EDT / Updated April 28, 2026, 4:55 PM EDTBy Scott Wong and Jean-Nicholas FievetWASHINGTON — King Charles III reaffirmed the United Kingdom and the United States’ long “special” relationship Tuesday, calling it a "story of reconciliation, renewal and remarkable partnership" born out of "bitter divisions of 250 years ago."Subscribe to…
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