On Monday, following a meeting at the White House with Donald Trump, King Charles III began a four-day State visit to the United States, accompanied by Queen Camilla. This visit comes at a time marked by the conflict in Iran and an assassination attempt on the American president.
Welcomed by Melania Trump, the two couples shared a ceremonial moment at the White House, with an exchange over tea and a visit to the gardens, including the beehives. This symbolic sequence highlights a clear intent to preserve the relationship between London and Washington, which has been strained in recent months due to political differences.
Donald Trump publicly praised the British monarch, stating, “He’s a great guy,” adding that “he represents his country like no one else can.” Charles III, on the other hand, expressed relief after the gunshots that occurred during the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner two days prior in Washington.
The program is set to continue on Tuesday with a military ceremony, a meeting in the Oval Office, a formal dinner at the White House, and a speech by the king before Congress, the first since 1991. In the background, disagreements persist between Washington and London, particularly with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, while the Epstein case involving Prince Andrew remains a sensitive topic during this visit.
