King Charles's visit to the US comes at crucial time in 'special relationship' history

King Charles's visit to the US comes at crucial time in 'special relationship' historyAs President Trump ramps up threats to Britain for not joining his war in Iran, King Charles has a chance to show the power of soft diplomacy in action with his visit to the USCommentsNewsopinionRussell Myers Royal Editor18:44, 15 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesPresident Trump has referred to King Charles as his "good friend" in the past(Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images)With the so-called ‘special relationship’ in the balance and Britain under threat of being cut off by the United States, the stakes could not be higher.‌The King’s visit to America comes at a time when the wrath of President Trump for failing to support his illegal war with Iran grows with each day that passes.‌His very public displeasure with our Prime Minister, among other world leaders who have not bowed to his demands, has created an ugly war of words and menaces from this bully President.‌Yet, for Starmer’s “tragic mistake” in not backing Trump’s badly thought out attacks on Iran, the President has continued to heap praise on “great gentleman” and “friend of mine” King Charles.This is a time when the soft-power diplomacy of the royal family is needed more than ever.READ MORE: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor slammed for 'giving it large' after Royal Lodge evictionREAD MORE: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour IS being funded in part by taxpayersView 3 ImagesPresident Trump has referred to King Charles as his "good friend" in the past(Image: AP)‌Following Trump’s unprecedented second State Visit to the UK last September, the President has been keen to return the honour to a man - and institution - he genuinely holds in high regard.No wonder the British government is keen to send our King and Queen into the fray.The trip has taken six months to plan, with Buckingham Palace and the White House fully across the minute details of engagements, handshakes and key moments likely...