Donald Trump is said to have issued a chilling three-word warning to King Charles regarding Vladimir Putin, according to a lip reader. The revelation comes during the monarch's four-day state visit to the United States, which began with a formal welcome at the White House.
White House Greeting Details
King Charles and Queen Camilla received a warm reception on the South Lawn from President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. However, the visit occurs amid strained UK-US relations over the Iran conflict and follows a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday.
During their initial exchange, cameras captured pleasantries but not the full conversation. Lip reader Nicola Hickling, speaking to the Daily Mail, interpreted Trump's whispered words. According to Hickling, Trump referenced the shooting and his recent discussions with the Russian president.
Key Exchange Highlights
- Trump appeared to say: "This shooting ..."
- The King responded: "I'd rather not stand about here too long. I feel I shouldn't be here."
- Trump asked if Charles was okay, adding: "It's not a good thing. I wasn't prepared, but now I am prepared."
Warning About Putin
Hickling claims Trump then changed the subject, informing the King of his contact with Vladimir Putin. "So right now, I am talking to Putin," Trump reportedly said, followed by the three-word warning: "He wants war."
The alleged comment underscores ongoing tensions between the West and Russia, as well as the delicate diplomatic dynamics during the state visit. Neither Buckingham Palace nor the White House has commented on the lip reader's interpretation.
