*Largest fireworks show in history on display
*King charges US lawmakers to defend Ukraine and support NATO
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King Charles of the United Kingdom has sent his “warmest congratulations” to the United States as the country celebrates 250 years since the Declaration of Independence today 4 July, 2026.
The King addressed a message to President Donald Trump, and stated that 2026 marked a “truly historic milestone and a moment of great celebration for Americans everywhere”.
King Charles praised the UK’s relationship with the US as one of “extraordinary evolution” and called the historic anniversary “an opportunity to pause and reflect on the remarkable journey” of the US over the past 250 years.
He added by stating, “The connection between our people is one that I trust will only grow stronger with time.”
In his message, the King also said that both nations had overcome conflict to birth “one of the closest and most productive alliances the world has seen”.
“Through centuries of shared challenge and achievement, our nations have built a relationship founded on friendship, trust and a belief in liberty, the rule of law and the dignity of all people.”
This “unique and far-reaching” alliance, he said, spans defence and security, trade and investment, science, research, education, culture and the arts.
He extolled what he regarded as “enduring bond between our countries”, which he said he had seen “first-hand” during his state visit to Washington DC in May.
The King stated further that he held a “deep appreciation of our shared responsibility to protect the natural world”, decisions about which would determine both countries’ prosperity and national security for future generations.
It is noteworthy that the Declaration of Independence, signed in 1776, established the United States of America’s independence from the colonial rule of Great Britain – its anniversary is celebrated on 4 July.
BBC reports that President Trump is set to attend celebrations in Washington DC on Saturday, including flyovers by hundreds of aircraft and a fireworks display.
The Fourth of July fireworks display is an annual tradition in Washington DC and Trump has promised that this year’s version – which is scheduled to begin after his remarks – would be the “largest fireworks show in history”. Celebrations are also taking place in other parts of the US.
It is also significant that The Times Square Ball in New York will drop eight times to signal midnight in every US time zone.
Declaration of Independence was signed in Philadelphia Independence Hall 250 years ago. The venue will present a celebration concert featuring stars including Christina Aguilera.
Similarly, in a speech to US Congress, King Charles called on the US lawmakers to defend Ukraine and support NATO.
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