King Charles III begins a four-day state visit to the United States

King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day state visit, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The royal couple touched down at Joint Base Andrews amidst heightened security concerns following an armed incident near the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Despite the shooting, which U.S. authorities are investigating as a likely target against President Donald Trump and other officials, both Buckingham Palace and U.S. representatives confirmed the visit will proceed as scheduled. The itinerary includes a private meeting with President Trump, an address to the U.S. Congress, and a formal dinner at the White House. The trip is viewed as a high-stakes diplomatic effort to strengthen strained U.S.-British relations amid differences over international issues such as the Iran conflict. Beyond Washington, the monarch and the Queen are expected to visit New York and Virginia. Sources differ on the current state of bilateral ties, with some reports citing underlying political tensions, while officials emphasize the enduring historical and economic partnership.