King and queen of England visit NYC 9/11 Memorial as part of US trip
AP News • • general
Key Points:
- King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited New York City, paying tribute to 9/11 victims at the National 9/11 Memorial, marking the first visit by a reigning British monarch in 16 years.
- The royal couple met with victims’ relatives, first responders, and local dignitaries, including New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, ahead of the 25th anniversary of the attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people.
- Charles toured an urban farming program in Harlem aimed at helping youth affected by food insecurity, while Camilla visited the New York Public Library and added a new Roo doll to its Winnie-the-Pooh collection.
- The visit is part of a four-day diplomatic trip to the U.S. celebrating 250 years of American independence, including meetings with business leaders and formal events at the White House.
- Security was heightened during the visit, with streets closed and police snipers positioned nearby, ensuring the royal couple’s protection during public appearances.
