Donald Trump appears to take swipe at Prince Harry in State Banquet speech

King Charles praises 'enduring bond' between UK and US in speech to Donald Trump at State Banquet

King Charles has praised the "enduring bond" between the UK and the US in a speech to Donald Trump at this evening's State Banquet.

The US President and the First Lady arrived in the UK on Tuesday evening and met members of the Royal Family earlier today.

Speaking inside St George's Hall, the King said: "My wife and I welcome you to Windsor Castle, for this is your second state visit to the United Kingdom.

"This unique and important occasion reflects the enduring bond between our two great nations."

Click here to read the speech in full.

Melania Trump wears daring Carolina Herrera yellow gown with pink belt at State Banquet

First Lady Melania Trump delivered signature sophistication as she joined President Donald Trump at Windsor Castle for the glittering State Banquet hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Mrs Trump, 55, chose a yellow Carolina Herrera gown with a pink belt, baring her shoulders in the daring style.

Known for her love of structured silhouettes and couture craftsmanship, the First Lady’s choice echoed the high-fashion precision she has favoured throughout the visit.

Her hair was styled in soft waves that showed off her elegant turquoise earrings.

Donald Trump says Princess Kate looks 'so radiant and so healthy' during banquet speech

US President Donald Trump said the Princess of Wales was “so radiant and so healthy”.

Giving a speech at a state banquet at Windsor Castle, Mr Trump said: “His Majesty has also raised a remarkable son in His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales. Really amazing.

“We’ve gotten to know you and I think you’re going to have an unbelievable success in future.

“Melania and I are delighted to visit again with Prince William and to see Her Royal Highness, Princess Catherine, so radiant and so healthy, it’s so beautiful. It’s really a great honour, thank you.”

Princess Kate seated next to US President Donald Trump at State Banquet

Princess Kate was seated next to US President Donald Trump this evening.

The Princess of Wales, who dazzled in the Lover's Knot tiara and a gold Phillipa Lepley dress, sat beside the leader of the Free World during the State Banquet.

Both King Charles and Mr Trump delivered speeches for the grand occasion.

Melania Trump and Queen Camilla also made appearances at St George's Hall.

Queen Camilla dazzles in royal blue at Trump State Banquet

Queen Camilla embraced regal splendour at Windsor Castle tonight as she hosted the State Banquet in honour of President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump alongside King Charles.

The 78-year-old Queen dazzled in a blue Fiona Clare dress, featuring long sleeves and a beautiful V-neck.

In keeping with tradition for grand state occasions, she paired the gown with a matching sapphire and diamond tiara, underscoring her role as the evening’s chief hostess.

Camilla’s hair was styled in her signature blow-dry for the occasion.

Princess Kate dazzles in Princess Diana's tiara at State Banquet with Donald Trump and Melania

Princess Kate brought regal glamour to Windsor Castle this evening as she attended the State Banquet hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla in honour of US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.

The 43-year-old Princess of Wales arrived with Prince William, turning heads in a shimmering gold gown by British designer Phillipa Lepley that featured long sleeves and a high neckline.

Her choice balanced timeless elegance with modern refinement, reflecting her well-known preference for classic eveningwear with subtle contemporary touches.

Kate complemented the gown with the Lover's Knot Tiara - famously loved by the late Princess Diana.

Kate and William arrive at Royal State Banquet with King, Queen, Donald and Melania Trump

Princess Kate and Prince William have arrived at the Royal State Banquet with the King, Queen, Donald Trump and Melania Trump.

The Princess of Wales wore a couture gown by British designer Phillipa Lepley with a full-length, hand-embroidered gold Chantilly lace evening coat over a silk crepe gown.

Kate, 43, accessorised with the Lover's Knot tiara - a favourite of the late Princess Diana.

Meanwhile, Queen Camilla chose an elegant royal blue gown as she joined her husband, King Charles, at Windsor Castle.

Melania Trump dazzled in a shoulderless yellow gown with a chic pink belt.

State Banquet tables unveiled in St George’s Hall ahead of Trump appearance

Royal fans have been treated to a view of the banquet tables in St George's Hall, where US President Donald Trump and US First Lady Melania Trump will attend a State Banquet during the US President's second State Visit.

Mr Trump arrived in Britain for an unprecedented second State Visit, with the UK Government rolling out a royal red carpet welcome to win over the mercurial leader.

King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Kate are expected to lead the royal contingent at tonight’s banquet.

Also expected to attend are Princess Anne and her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence.

Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh will not be attending as both are overseas on royal visits.

Donald Trump's 'attention' on Prince William as US President holds Melania Trump's hand

Donald Trump's "attention" was on Prince William, according to a body language expert who spoke exclusively to GB News, as he held hands with Melania Trump amid their arrival at Windsor today.

Eagle-eyed royal watchers immediately noticed that Mr and Mrs Trump were holding hands, whilst Kate and William walked stoically side-by-side without physically touching each other.

Commenting on Mr and Mrs Trump's body language during their first day in Windsor, Inbaal Honigman told GB News: "Despite holding hands with his wife, Trump's attention is on Prince William and not on Melania.

"The handholding seems choreographed, functional, not romantic or affectionate."

The body language expert claimed: "Their arms and hands aren't hanging naturally and neutrally, quite the opposite.

"Their shoulders and arms are still and stiff. This gives the appearance of a planned decision to hold hands.

"They're not using their hands to stay close together; rather, their stiff arms keep them apart from one another.

"Trump is seen chatting to the prince and leaning towards him, meaning that all of his focus is on communicating with William."

​Queen Camilla appears to usher Princess Kate away during Melania chat

Video from today's welcome showed President Trump, 79, and the First Lady, 55, exchanging warm greetings with the King, 76, the Queen, 78, and senior aides Sir Clive Alderton and Sophie Densham.

As conversations broke off, the US President began speaking with King Charles, while Camilla and Mrs Trump started their own chat.

Princess Kate soon stepped over to join Camilla and Mrs Trump, engaging the First Lady in conversation while the Queen watched quietly and glanced around.

After a short exchange, Queen Camilla gave a discreet sweep of her hand, a gentle signal for Kate to move along.

Princess Kate appeared to say goodbye to Mrs Trump before rejoining Prince William, who was deep in discussion with the King and President Trump.

Melania Trump 'did not break royal protocol' by skipping curtsy to Princess Kate and Queen Camilla

Melania Trump did "not break royal protocol" by not curtsying to Princess Kate or Queen Camilla, a royal commentator has claimed.

Royal historian Marlene Koenig explained why this wasn’t a breach of etiquette, saying: "It's not customary for Americans or indeed people from countries where King Charles is not the sovereign to curtsy or bow."

She added that this tradition goes back to the American Revolution, continuing to tell Hello!: "The Declaration of Independence states that 'all men are created equal'.

"The nation was founded on rejecting the notion that some people are born into a higher status, meaning that acts of subservience like curtsying or bowing do not adhere to their core values."

King Charles and Queen Camilla inspect banquet table at Windsor Castle ahead of Trump's appearance

The King and Queen have personally inspected the banquet table in St George’s Hall ahead of Wednesday evening’s state banquet.

Charles and Camilla surveyed the scene shown in footage posted on the official monarchy’s social media.

Pink, purple and yellow blooms could be seen adorning the extravagant floral displays on the 50-metre table.

The monarch and Camilla shook hands with the Household staff who were behind the meticulous planning and staging of the grand affair.

King Charles and Donald Trump 'grateful' after watching impressive military ceremony

Lieutenant Colonel Simon Soskin of the Grenadier Guards said the King and Donald Trump were “grateful” after the Beating Retreat.

Lt Col Soskin, who was tasked with planning the ceremony, told the PA news agency: “We were asked to put on a spectacular performance to end the day of welcoming and so we pulled in our three bands, one for each service, invited the Americans, sprinkled in some bagpipers and it came together very well.”

Asked what the King and US president said to the gathered military personnel who watched the ceremony, Lt Col Soskin said: “They took a few moments to say hello.

“I said hello to the president on the way past, which I like because my family are American, so I’ll be telling my parents later.

“They were grateful, I think, the President was really pleased to see the junior American service personnel.”

Donald Trump and Melania Trump have watched a spectacular military flypast with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

It comes as the UK-US flypast was scaled back due to strong winds and low cloud in London.

The F-35 fighter jets, which were due to fly over Windsor, did not fly as previously expected.

The iconic Red Arrows still put on a spectacular display, despite the cloudy conditions.

The flypast took place to mark Donald Trump's unprecedented second state visit, which officially began today.

Click here to uncover all the details about the scaled-back flypast.

Melania Trump, Princess Kate and Queen Camilla match in perfectly coordinated colours on the Windsor stage

Melania Trump, Princess Kate and Queen Camilla wore coordinating colours today as they met on the grounds of Windsor Castle.

The US First Lady dazzled in a Christian Dior suit with a matching purple hat from the same label as she arrived to meet Princess Kate and Prince William.

The Princess of Wales, 43, wore a burgundy Emilia Wickstead bespoke version of the £2,300 Chaney coat dress, which perfectly matched Mrs Trump's choice of outfit.

Queen Camilla, 78, wore a Fiona Clare sapphire blue wool dress and matching coat, with a hat by Philip Treacy and a sapphire and diamond brooch.

Surprisingly, the Queen and the Princess of Wales did not wear any American designs, and Mrs Trump did not opt for any British labels.

However, the three women are expected to stun at tonight's State Banquet, where they will most probably pull out all the fashion stops.

UK-US flypast is scaled back as F-35 fighter jets cancel their anticipated appearance amid weather update

The UK-US flypast has been scaled back due to strong winds and low cloud in London.

The F-35 fighter jets, which were due to fly over Windsor, are now not expected to fly.

The iconic Red Arrows are still expected to put on a display despite cloudy conditions.

The flypast was set to take place to mark Donald Trump's unprecedented second state visit, which officially began today.

Click here to uncover all the details about the scaled-back flypast.

Donald Trump and Melania lay a wreath at Queen Elizabeth II's grave after leaving Windsor Castle

Donald Trump and Melania Trump have laid a wreath at Queen Elizabeth II’s tomb this afternoon.

The President of the US and the First Lady departed Windsor Castle by car after having lunch with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The Trumps arrived at St George’s Chapel and were greeted by the Dean of Windsor, Rev.Christopher Cocksworth and the Chapter Clerk, Miss Charlotte Manley.

The President and First Lady were given a tour of the Quire, before they returned to Windsor Castle by car ahead of the State Banquet tonight.

King Charles will host the traditional white tie state banquet this evening, during which both the monarch and President Trump will deliver speeches.

Melania Trump and Donald Trump treated to military ceremony with King Charles and Queen Camilla

Donald Trump and Melania Trump have joined King Charles and Queen Camilla for a Beating Retreat ceremony.

The King and Queen and the US President and First Lady sat down together to watch the impressive display outside Windsor Castle.

The four individuals were introduced earlier by the Prince and Princess of Wales.

Mrs Trump is wearing a Christian Dior suit and hat, while Queen Camilla has opted for a sapphire blue coat dress.

Click here to find out all the style details from day one of the Trump State Visit.

Prince William and Princess Kate hold private meeting with Donald Trump and Melania Trump

The Prince and Princess of Wales held a private meeting with Donald Trump and Melania Trump this afternoon after they had finished lunch.

The President of the US and the First Lady had lunch with senior members of the Royal Family in Windsor Castle following the ceremonial welcome at the royal residence.

The King and Queen also exchanged gifts with the Trumps at Windsor Castle following after the lunch.

President Trump and Melania left Windsor Castle later in the afternoon to lay a wreath at Queen Elizabeth II's tomb in St George's Chapel.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump leave Windsor Castle

The President of the US and the First Lady were pictured at St George's Chapel after having lunch with the King and Queen.

The Trumps travelled to Queen Elizabeth II's tomb to pay their respects to the late monarch.

King Charles given a sword as Queen Camilla receives symbolic brooch

President Trump and the First Lady gave King Charles a replica of a President Eisenhower Sword.

The gift symbolises respect and is a reminder of the historical partnership that was critical to winning World War II.

The sword also symbolises the enduring values and cooperative spirit that continue to define the relationship between the United States and Great Britain.

Queen Camilla received a Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18K Gold, Diamond & Ruby Flower Brooch from the Trumps.

By showcasing an American company, this gift honours the idea of diplomacy; conveying messages of friendship, respect, and a commemoration of this historic visit.

The brooch incorporates both The Queen’s birthstone (rubies) as well as the First Lady’s birthstone (diamonds).

Donald Trump and Melania Trump's gifts from the King and Queen

King Charles and Queen Camilla gifted the President of the US a bespoke hand-bound leather volume specially crafted by the Royal Bindery in Windsor Castle, to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

The President also received the Union Flag that flew above Buckingham Palace on the day of President Trump’s inauguration on January 20 2025.

Melania Trump was given a silver and enamel bowl, crafted using traditional silversmithing techniques by Northern Irish artist, Cara Murphy and featuring Queen Camilla’s cypher.

The First Lady of the US was also gifted a personalised Anya Hindmarch handbag.

The couple also jointly received a silver photograph frame engraved with King Charles and Queen Camilla's joint cypher.

Donald Trump tells the Princess of Wales: "You're so beautiful"

Donald Trump told the Princess of Wales she was "so beautiful" when she greeted him at the Walled Garden on the Windsor Castle estate.

Princess Kate wore a maroon Emilia Wickstead coat dress for the State Visit.

She paired the coat with a £2,330 hat by Jane Taylor, and a burgundy Chanel bag.

King Charles and Donald Trump inspect the Guard of Honour together

The two heads of state laughed and joked while inspecting the guards, with President Trump thanking King Charles for the honour.

The President of the US said: “Thanks very much” several times as he was led back to the dais by the King.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump join King and Queen on the Dais

The carriage procession has now ended.

A guard of honour is assembled on a lawn outside Windsor Castle, where both the American and British national anthems are played again.

The King then invited President Trump to inspect the guard of honour before lunch.

Queen Camilla and the First Lady of the US sit together in the Scottish State Coach

The Scottish State Coach is an enclosed four-horse-drawn carriage originally built in 1830 and gifted to the Royal Family in 1920.

It is identifiable by the Royal Arms of Scotland on its doors and adornments of thistles and the Scottish crown on its roof.

The coach is used for state and ceremonial occasions, including the 2011 wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales and the 2023 Coronation of King Charles III.

King Charles and Donald Trump travel together in the Irish State Coach

King Charles and Donald Trump lead the procession in the Irish State Coach.

All carriages in the procession are closed rather than the original plan for open carriages due to the weather.

The King and President Trump can be seen leaning towards each other in conversation.

The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment are escorting the carriage procession through Windsor

The President of the US, the First Lady, King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Kate are participating in a carriage procession through the Windsor estate.

The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment are escorting the carriage procession.

King Charles and Donald Trump shake hands ahead of carriage procession through Windsor

King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed the President of the US and his wife at Victoria House.

Queen Camilla has recovered from the acute sinusitis that caused her to miss the Duchess of Kent’s funeral on Tuesday.

Prince William and Princess Kate warmly welcome Donald Trump and Melania

The Prince and Princess of Wales warmly greeted the President of the US and the First Lady at the helicopter landing site.

Donald Trump disembarked from his helicopter, Marine One, holding hands with the First Lady, Melania Trump.

Prince William and Princess Kate walked Donald Trump and Melania to Victoria House, where they met with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

President Trump and the Prince of Wales have met before while visiting France for the ceremonial reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Prince William and President Trump were also both in attendance at Pope Francis’s funeral earlier this year.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump land at Windsor Castle

Donald Trump and Melania Trump have arrived at Walled Garden in Windsor Castle by helicopter.

Royal Salutes were fired by the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery from within the Home Park and at the Tower of London by the Honourable Artillery Company to mark their arrival.

Queen Camilla wears blue for Donald Trump's State Visit

Queen Camilla has arrived at Windsor Castle.

She is wearing a vibrant sapphire blue dress, a matching coat by Fiona Clare and a hat by Philip Treacy, as well as a sapphire and diamond brooch.

The Queen has recovered from the acute sinusitis that caused her to miss the Duchess of Kent's funeral on Tuesday.

King Charles arrives at Windsor Castle

Members of the Royal Navy prepare for Donald Trump's arrival at Windsor Castle

Members of the Royal Navy Ceremonial Guard have lined the route along Windsor Castle in preparation for the coach procession.

The US President is travelling from London to the royal residence where the Prince and Princess of Wales will greet him.

Comprised of meticulously trained personnel, the Ceremonial Guard team showcases military drill movements dressed in black and blue uniforms.

Queen Camilla will take part in the State Visit after recovering from health issue

Queen Camilla has recovered from the acute sinusitis that caused her to miss the Duchess of Kent's funeral on Tuesday.

The Queen is expected to play a full role across multiple royal engagements today and on Thursday for the rest of Donald and Melania Trump's State visit to the UK.

Queen Camilla will be seen for the first time, since missing the funeral at Westminster Cathedral, at Windsor Castle for the ceremonial welcome of the President of the US.

Donald Trump, Melania Trump, King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Princess Kate will then participate in a carriage procession through the Windsor estate, escorted by the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment.

Donald and Melania Trump will then join the King and Queen on the dais before the President, accompanied by King Charles, inspects the Guard of Honour.

The UK and US are set to make history with unprecedented joint flypast

King Charles and Donald Trump are set to witness an unprecedented flypast this afternoon.

It will mark the first time there has been a joint UK-US military flypast at a State Visit.

The ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle will also include the largest guard of honour ever at a State Visit in the UK.

A Beating Retreat will be performed this afternoon which will be the first time it has been conducted at a State Visit.

President Trump to receive 'rare privileges' during State Visit

A royal insider has claimed that the scale of the programme for Donald Trump's State Visit will a "rare privilege" for a Head of State.

Sources close to the planning of the three-day visit have described it as "big and bold".

In total, around 120 horses and 1,300 members of the British military will be involved in the ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle.

This includes 160 personnel from the Royal Marines and Royal Navy, 1,000 from the British Army and 140 from the Royal Air Force.

Up to 200 musicians are also set to involved in the ceremonial welcome.

Donald Trump hails 'elegant' King Charles as he discusses their friendship

Donald Trump was full of praise for King Charles after arriving in the UK on Tuesday evening.

The President of the US told reporters that he had been friends with King Charles and Queen Camilla for a long time.

President Trump added that Charles was an "elegant gentlemen" and doing a good job in the role of monarch.

He said: "They're friends of mine for a long time, since before he was King and it's an honour to have him as King.

"I think he represents the country so well. He's such an elegant gentleman."

Buckingham Palace's statement on Queen Camilla's health

The Queen is scheduled to play a major role in the State Visit if she is able to recover from acute sinusitis.

However, she was forced to pull out of the Duchess of Kent's funeral on Tuesday afternoon, less than 24 hours before the planned meeting with the President of the US.

Buckingham Palace said in a statement released yesterday: "With great regret, Her Majesty The Queen has withdrawn from attendance at this afternoon’s Requiem Mass for The Duchess of Kent as she is recovering from acute sinusitis.

"Her thoughts and prayers will be with The Duke of Kent and all the family."

The Duke of Kent was informed of Camilla’s decision to miss the Duchess of Kent's funeral and sent his best wishes for a speedy recovery.

The Princess of Wales's significant involvement in the State Visit labelled an "honour"

Princess Kate's significant involvement in the State Visit has been hailed by a source close to President Trump's team.

The Princess of Wales will take part in the carriage procession and State Banquet on Wednesday.

The royal will then team up with the First Lady of the United States on Thursday to carry out a royal engagement.

Kate and Melania will meet Chief Scout Dwayne Fields at Frogmore Gardens, where they will be introduced to members of the Scouts’ Squirrels programme who are working towards their Go Wild nature badge.

A source said regarding the Princess of Wales's role: "The inclusion of Princess Kate in so many events during the State Visit is an honour."

Arrests in Windsor after Donald Trump's arrival sparks protests

Four people have been arrested on suspicion of malicious communications following a "public stunt in Windsor".

Several images and clips of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein were projected by protesters onto Windsor Castle as the President landed in the UK for his State Visit.

Thames Valley Police said they are being held in custody.

Meanwhile, a separate incident saw two protesters from the activist group Fossil Free London escorted out of a dinner in Windsor - though they were not arrested.