#us-uk-relations

#us-uk-relations

Buckingham Palace has disclosed a wealth of detail about the state banquet at Windsor Castle hosted by the king for Donald Trump from the 139 candles to the 1,452 pieces of cutlery, all lovingly polished by hand but all that anyone really wants to know about is the seating plan. In Windsor Castle's St George's Hall, the 50 metre-long table runs the length of the room, offering a tantalising indication of a pecking order among the 160 guests.

In an opening salvo ahead of the US president's state visit, Sadiq Khan said he wanted to challenge the idea that London was in turmoil and said that more Americans than ever were seeking to make it their home. He said liberal Americans identified with London because of the city's fundamental values, like adhering to the rule of law, being proud of our diversity and championing the rights of minority communities.

Windsor Castle staff are setting the 50-meter-long (164-feet-long) mahogany table. Grooms are buffing the hooves of the horses that will pull the royal carriages. And the military honor guard is drilling to ensure every step lands with precision. Throughout the halls and grounds of the almost 1,000-year-old castle west of London, hundreds of people are working to make sure King Charles III puts on the best show possible when he welcomes U.S. President Donald Trump for his historic second state visit this week.

Tulsi Gabbard stated that the UK's decision to abandon the requirement for Apple to facilitate access to encrypted data is crucial in upholding Americans' privacy rights and civil liberties.

Vance expressed his love for the UK, bonding over shared experiences and faith with Lammy, despite acknowledging disagreements on the Gaza situation.

I do believe in the special relationship between the two countries. Trump added that he was convinced the UK would come to the US's aid if it were at war.

Aukus needs constant love and attention. It is a huge thing. It is protean and it will change its shape a bit as time goes on, and that is quite right too.

The stock market reacted positively to President Trump's announcement of a 'comprehensive' trade agreement with the U.K., leading to significant gains in major indexes.

A significant number of Brits doubt the historical special relationship with the US, raising questions about its importance amid changing global dynamics.

We're not going to rush a deal. We want to get the right deal that's in our national interest, and those talks are ongoing, she said.

Football and family holidays offer him some much needed relief from the grim reality of a faltering economy, towering public debt and terrifying global insecurity.

A clear majority of UK voters now favor strengthening trade ties with the EU over seeking a new economic deal with the US, reflecting a shift since Brexit.