King Charles US state visit proceeds after Washington gala shooting
Buckingham Palace confirmed on Sunday that King Charles III's state visit to the United States will proceed as scheduled, following a shooting at a Washington media gala on Saturday. The King and Queen expressed relief that former President Donald Trump and other guests were unharmed. They privately reached out to the Trumps to convey sympathies and gratitude to security services. UK minister Darren Jones stated that British and US security teams are coordinating to ensure appropriate arrangements. The visit is set to begin tomorrow.
Key facts
- King Charles' US state visit will go ahead as planned.
- A shooting occurred at a Washington media gala on Saturday.
- Buckingham Palace said the king was 'greatly relieved' Trump and others were unharmed.
- The King and Queen privately expressed sympathies to the Trumps.
- UK minister Darren Jones confirmed security coordination between Britain and the US.
- The visit is scheduled to start tomorrow.
Entities
Institutions
- Buckingham Palace
Locations
- United States
- Washington
- Britain