Trump announces King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s 2027 state visit to the U.S.

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NORTH AMERICA, 31 March 2026 (NPA) — United States President Donald Trump has announced that King Charles III and Queen Camilla will undertake a state visit to the United States from 27 to 30 April 2027.

As part of what the President described as a “historic occasion,” a state banquet will be held at the White House on the evening of 28 April. The visit coincides with celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

In a statement released on Tuesday via his Truth Social account, Trump wrote: “Melania and I are pleased to announce that Their Majesties, the King and Queen of the United Kingdom, will visit the United States for a Historic State Visit from April 27-30th, which will include a beautiful Banquet Dinner at the White House on the evening of April 28th. This momentous occasion will be even more special this year, as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of our Great Country. I look forward to spending time with the King, whom I greatly respect. It will be TERRIFIC!”

However, earlier in the day, Trump criticised the United Kingdom and other NATO allies for failing to join U.S. efforts in the ongoing conflict with Iran, particularly in securing the Strait of Hormuz. He accused them of complaining about rising oil prices while refusing to take military action.

“All of those countries that can’t get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in the decapitation of Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy from the U.S., we have plenty, and Number 2, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT. You’ll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won’t be there to help you anymore, just like you weren’t there for us. Iran has been, essentially, decimated. The hard part is done. Go get your own oil!” Trump said.

It remains unclear how the forthcoming state visit will accommodate these political conundrums arising from the war in the Middle East, as Trump has been openly critical of England’s neutral position.