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King Charles praises Nato and urges defence of Ukraine in key speech during Trump visit
The Guardian ^ | Tue 28 Apr 2026 | Chris Stein and Caroline Davies

Posted on 04/28/2026 2:42:04 PM PDT by MinorityRepublican

King Charles has extolled the importance of Britain’s “special relationship” with the United States in a speech to US Congress that made pointed reference to the importance of Nato, the defence of Ukraine and the climate crisis.

In a speech that will be read as a veiled plea to Donald Trump to return to the United States’ traditional European alliances and restore his country’s role as a defender of liberal values, Charles said: “America’s words carry weight and meaning, as they have since independence. The actions of this great nation matter even more.”

Charles’s appearance before the joint session of Congress – the first such royal address in 35 years – was billed as the centrepiece of his four-day state visit to the United States, where he and Queen Camilla are taking part in celebrations to mark the 250th anniversary of independence.

Charles praised the historic bond between the two nations, saying: “The alliance that our two nations have built over the centuries – and for which we are profoundly grateful to the American people – is truly unique.”

But in comments that appeared to draw an approving response from Democratic lawmakers, he noted the roots of “the principle that executive power is subject to checks and balances” in one of the UK’s foundational legal documents, Magna Carta.

And he urged “unyielding resolve” in the cause of “Ukraine and her most courageous people” in order to “secure a truly just and lasting peace”.

Speaking from the dais of the House of Representatives before an audience that included lawmakers from both parties and top military officials, he also emphasised the importance of action on the climate crisis.

(Excerpt) Read more at theguardian.com ...


TOPICS: European Union; Ukraine; United Kingdom
KEYWORDS: keyspeech
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1 posted on 04/28/2026 2:42:04 PM PDT by MinorityRepublican
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To: MinorityRepublican

King Charles is not too bright and has been a sucker for this climate change indoctrination.


2 posted on 04/28/2026 2:47:24 PM PDT by RoosterRedux ( )
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To: MinorityRepublican

Inbred twerp.


3 posted on 04/28/2026 2:48:14 PM PDT by dfwgator ("I am Charlie Kirk!")
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To: MinorityRepublican

He wants NATO because he knows that none of them can defend themselves.
It’s probably a good thing seeings how the Mussies are slowing taking them over.
That’s one way the Mussies will get nukes - legally.


4 posted on 04/28/2026 2:51:39 PM PDT by Semper Vigilantis (What's the difference between a Libertarian and a Liberal? The spelling.)
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To: MinorityRepublican

king charles the turd


5 posted on 04/28/2026 2:52:54 PM PDT by joshua c
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To: MinorityRepublican

We are about done dealing with Ukraine.
Time for Europe to handle the Problem Child, the one who’s always got his hand out for more “loans” that will never be repaid.


6 posted on 04/28/2026 2:53:13 PM PDT by lee martell
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To: MinorityRepublican

Charles said: “America’s words carry weight and meaning, as they have since independence. The actions of this great nation matter even more.” We’re just farmers with pitchforks Charles, but we’ve done OK.


7 posted on 04/28/2026 2:59:28 PM PDT by kawhill (Dywedwch Wrthbym because + Add translation Welsh-English dictionary 'Tell Us')
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To: MinorityRepublican

Sick old Charles was sent over as a last ditch effort to try to coax the horse back into the “special relationship” barn, but the barn door is shut & the horse is long gone, just dust on the horizon.


8 posted on 04/28/2026 3:07:48 PM PDT by Qiviut (A Mighty Fortress: “...the body they may kill. God’s truth abideth still. His kingdom is forever")
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To: MinorityRepublican

A King that doesn’t apply to the ‘No Kings’ Swamp scum in attendance..


9 posted on 04/28/2026 3:10:01 PM PDT by delchiante
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To: delchiante

NO MORE KINGS.


10 posted on 04/28/2026 3:12:30 PM PDT by Segovia (https://townhall.com/columnists/kevinmccullough/2025/07/06/fossil-fooled-lives-vs-lies-n2659950)
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To: MinorityRepublican

Give him a rifle and put him on the front lines.


11 posted on 04/28/2026 3:12:50 PM PDT by McGruff
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The United States is NATO. We no longer feel the "alliance" is of mutual benefit, a fact that's been proven in recent years. Especially the last few weeks.
12 posted on 04/28/2026 3:14:11 PM PDT by Frank Drebin (And don't ever let me catch you guys in America!)
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To: MinorityRepublican

not a word about chickening out on Iran.

K Charles also had warm words this year to celebrate iftar (officially he held a dinner too), but NO traditional Easter message, or observance.

There have been rumors for years he’s a closet muslim.


13 posted on 04/28/2026 3:20:41 PM PDT by BereanBrain
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To: RoosterRedux

Maybe the UK and Europe should defend Ukraine. Oh that’s right…. They can’t!


14 posted on 04/28/2026 3:35:17 PM PDT by Rummyfan (Ok In anyq war between the civilized man and the savage, support lthe civilized man.👨 so t tv)
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To: MinorityRepublican

“key speech”

https://www.lerctr.org/~transit/healy/crap.wav


15 posted on 04/28/2026 3:37:00 PM PDT by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is opinion or satire. Or both.)
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To: lee martell

We are about done dealing with Ukraine.
__________________________________________________

We are occupied with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz so the Brits (and others) can get oil and not get nuked in the future. The EU can finish Project Ukraine on their own.


16 posted on 04/28/2026 3:47:01 PM PDT by KittyKares
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To: Segovia

Have we beat the Babylon Bee with our assessment or are they on top of this already?

:)


17 posted on 04/28/2026 4:04:24 PM PDT by delchiante
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To: MinorityRepublican

Allu Fubar Charles


18 posted on 04/28/2026 4:11:03 PM PDT by Jan_Sobieski (Sanctification)
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To: MinorityRepublican

Grab him by the lapel and drag his muslim butt back to the plane.


19 posted on 04/28/2026 4:51:34 PM PDT by If You Want It Fixed - Fix It
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To: MinorityRepublican

Gee Charles, exactly how many Naval warships did you sent to the Strait of Hormuz to help the USA?


20 posted on 04/28/2026 4:54:13 PM PDT by Lockbox (politicians, they all seemed like game show host to me.... Sting)
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