King gets ovation for Congress speech warning of volatile world
King Charles received multiple standing ovations during a historic address to the U.S. Congress, emphasizing the importance of the UK-U.S. alliance amid global instability and calling for continued NATO support and defense of Ukraine. He delivered a message of unity, resilience, and shared democratic values, while also referencing recent violence and societal challenges without directly naming sensitive issues like the Epstein scandal. The speech marked a high point in his state visit, aimed at reinforcing transatlantic ties amid shifting political dynamics. His remarks were met with bipartisan approval, and the visit continued with a cordial White House state dinner.
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King gets ovation for Congress speech warning of volatile world1 hour agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSean CoughlanRoyal correspondent, Capitol Building, Washington DCWatch key moments from the King's address to US CongressKing Charles stressed the value and importance of the "indispensable" UK and US partnership in a well-received speech to Congress in Washington DC.Speaking in the Capitol building, the King warned the two nations had to stand together in a "more volatile, more dangerous" era - and he delivered some hard truths about the need to back Nato."We meet in times of great uncertainty, in times of conflict from Europe to the Middle East which pose immense challenges," he told the chamber, filled with US lawmakers.It was the biggest diplomatic moment of his reign, against a…
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