King gets ovation for Congress speech warning of volatile world
King Charles delivered a significant speech to the US Congress, emphasizing the importance of the UK-US partnership in a volatile world. He called for support for NATO and the defense of Ukraine, receiving multiple standing ovations from lawmakers. The King's address also touched on broader themes of peace and the need to support victims of societal ills, amidst ongoing political tensions.
- ▪King Charles emphasized the indispensable partnership between the UK and US during his speech to Congress.
- ▪He warned of a more volatile and dangerous era, urging support for NATO and Ukraine.
- ▪The King's address received numerous standing ovations, highlighting its positive reception among US lawmakers.
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King gets ovation for Congress speech warning of volatile world29 April 2026ShareSaveAdd 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 US Capitol, 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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