Watch live: King Charles praises US and UK’s ‘greatest alliance’ in historic Congress address
King Charles III delivered a historic address to the U.S. Congress, highlighting the importance of the U.S.-U.K. alliance amid global uncertainties. He emphasized NATO's role in ensuring mutual defense and safety for citizens on both sides of the Atlantic. This marks only the second time a British monarch has spoken to a joint session of Congress.
- ▪King Charles III praised the U.S.-U.K. relationship during his speech to Congress.
- ▪He emphasized the significance of NATO in protecting citizens and interests.
- ▪This event marks only the second address by a British monarch to Congress, the first being Queen Elizabeth II in 1991.
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