"I personally think that at the moment, while this war is continuing, it is problematic. The United States government is conducting a war, which the British government initially thought was clearly illegal."
"Both the prime minister and I imagine the palace will be asking themselves, What does British public opinion really feel about this? How will a state visit to the United States at this time be perceived, how will it be felt?"
King Charles and Queen Camilla are scheduled to visit Washington and New York next month. Former UK Ambassador to Washington Sir Peter Westmacott has recommended delaying the visit if the Iran-US war remains ongoing, arguing it would create diplomatic problems for the King. His recommendation follows broader calls to cancel the visit after President Donald Trump criticized Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer regarding the UK's response to Middle East hostilities. Westmacott emphasized concerns about British public opinion and how the state visit would be perceived during active conflict, suggesting both the Prime Minister and Palace are considering these implications.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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