King Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speech
King Charles III addressed the US Congress during a four-day visit, emphasizing NATO unity and calling for continued support for Ukraine amid Russia's invasion. He highlighted shared US-UK values and history, using humor to open his speech while underscoring serious themes like collective defense, trade, and climate change. Though avoiding direct mention of political tensions, his remarks on the rule of law and institutional integrity appeared to subtly reference current US political dynamics. The speech preceded a state dinner hosted by President Donald Trump.
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News|Donald TrumpKing Charles calls for NATO unity, Ukraine support in US Congress speechUK sovereign hails national friendship, but delivers pointed messages in speech during four-day US visit.ListenListen (4 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoUS Vice President JD Vance and House Speaker Mike Johnson applaud as the United Kingdom's King Charles III arrives to address Congress in the House Chamber at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, the United States [Henry Nicholls/AFP]Published On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026Britain’s King Charles III has used a speech in front of the United States Congress to pledge NATO unity and call for support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing invasion.The address on Tuesday came…
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