NEW YORK, April 29, 2026 King Charles III pays tribute to 9/11 victims in New York King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited New York on April 29, 2026, to pay tribute to the victims of the September 11 terrorist attacks, laying flowers at the memorial site and meeting with survivors and first responders.
A Solemn Tribute
King Charles III described the 9/11 attacks as a "defining moment for America" during a speech to the U.S. Congress, emphasizing the global impact of the tragedy. The royal couple’s visit to the 9/11 Memorial in Lower Manhattan marked a poignant moment of remembrance, as they laid a bouquet of flowers alongside former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
In a heartfelt address, the King reflected on the shared grief felt worldwide. "Your pain and shock were felt around the world," he said. "We stood by your side then, and we stand by your side today, in silent remembrance of a day that must never be forgotten." He also delivered the same message in German: *"Euer Schmerz und euer Schock waren auf der ganzen Welt zu spürren. Wir standen damals an eurer Seite. Und wir stehen auch heute an eurer Seite, im stillen Gedenken an einen Tag, der niemals vergessen werden darf."*
The couple met with relatives of the victims and first responders, offering condolences and acknowledging the enduring legacy of the attacks. The visit underscored the deep ties between the United Kingdom and the United States in the aftermath of the tragedy.