King Charles is facing what some are calling a “do or die” decision over his upcoming visit to the United States.
The British monarch has been urged to avoid taking any decision under pressure, after calls from the public and political figures to cancel or postpone the trip amid ongoing Middle East tensions.
US ambassador to the UK, Warren Stephens, cautioned against scrapping the royal visit. Speaking at the British Chambers of Commerce in London, he called canceling the trip a “very big mistake” and emphasized the diplomatic consequences for UK-US relations.
Stephens expressed confidence that the King will go ahead with the tour. “I think he will go and I think it will be a very meaningful trip for him,” he said.
Reports suggest that King Charles and Queen Camilla are expected to visit Washington and New York in April. During the trip, he may deliver a speech before both chambers of the US Congress, invited by House Speaker Mike Johnson.
The tour coincides with celebrations marking 250 years since American independence. Former President Donald Trump also expressed eagerness to welcome the royal couple, saying he is “looking forward” to their arrival.
While official confirmation of the State Visit is still awaited, experts say the King’s decision could have lasting implications for British-American relations.