King Charles confirms first US state visit
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Key Points:
- King Charles III will visit Washington from April 27 to April 30 for a state visit to celebrate the historic and modern relationship between the UK and the US, coinciding with America's 250th anniversary.
- The visit will include a banquet at the White House, and King Charles is expected to address a joint meeting of Congress.
- The announcement comes amid tensions, with former President Donald Trump criticizing the UK over its stance on the Iran conflict, warning the US will no longer support the UK in such matters.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has distanced the UK from US actions in Iran, emphasizing that the UK will not become involved in the conflict.
- After the US visit, King Charles will travel to Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory, and the visit reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen UK-US relations following recent diplomatic exchanges.
