King Charles III Urges Unity in Address to U.S. Congress During Historic State Visit

Standing before a joint meeting of the United States Congress on Tuesday, Charles III used a rare appearance by a British monarch to emphasise the enduring alliance between Britain and the United States, warning lawmakers that democratic nations face a “dangerous era” requiring renewed unity. The address, delivered during the King’s first state visit to the United States since he ascended the throne, blended historical reflection with a call for closer cooperation on global security, climate change and the defence of democratic values. Lawmakers from both parties repeatedly applauded as Charles highlighted the long and often complicated history linking the…