British King Charles to visit US amid worst relations crisis in decades

King Charles III of Great Britain will make a state visit to the United States next week to strengthen relations between the countries, which are experiencing the worst crisis in decades. This is reported by Reuters, writes UNN.

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The trip will take place against the backdrop of escalating tensions between London and Washington over the war with Iran. In particular, US President Donald Trump previously criticized British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for refusing to support military action.

The visit also coincides with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence of the United States.

Charles III, along with Queen Camilla, will begin a four-day trip with a private meeting with Donald Trump. A speech to the US Congress, a state dinner, and trips to New York and Virginia are also planned.

Trump said the visit could help improve relations.

Absolutely, the answer is yes… He is a brave man and a great person

– said the US President.

Crisis in relations

According to experts, the current tension between the countries is the most serious since the Suez Crisis of 1956.

Former British Ambassador to the US Nigel Sheinwald noted that the visit has symbolic significance and is intended to emphasize the long-standing ties between the countries.

It's about the foundations of relations between our peoples, not just current events

– he stated.

Buckingham Palace also announced that no contact with individuals associated with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal is planned during the visit.

The trip is expected to be one of Charles III's most high-profile international missions since the beginning of his reign.

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