King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, marking a poignant moment during their historic state visit to the United States.
Memorial Visit
The royal couple viewed the memorial before King Charles laid a bouquet of white flowers to rest on it. Michael Bloomberg, who served as mayor from 2002 to 2013 and is the chairman of the National September 11 Memorial, was seen accompanying the royals.
Meeting with Families
The royals traveled from Washington, D.C., to New York ahead of the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. They took time to meet with victims' families, offering condolences and support.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani arrived at the memorial alongside Governor Kathy Hochul, joining the royal party for the solemn occasion.
Significance of the Visit
Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the King's state visit as a 'powerful reminder of the special relationship' between the United Kingdom and the United States. The visit underscores the enduring bonds between the two nations, particularly in remembrance of the tragic events of September 11, 2001.
The King's schedule also includes a historic address to Congress, further cementing the diplomatic ties between the UK and the US.
