King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says

Author: bbc.comPublished on: May 3, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says

King Charles III's speech to the US Congress was described as a 'high stakes' moment by a senior royal aide. In his address, the King urged US lawmakers to defend Ukraine and support NATO, receiving 12 standing ovations. Despite political tensions between the UK and the US, the personal chemistry between the King and President Trump was noted to be positive.

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