British Ambassador Reaffirms UK-US Alliance
Britain's ambassador to Washington has sparked controversy after claiming the United Kingdom is no longer the closest ally of the United States. The comments have been described as a bombshell that risks souring the upcoming state visit by King Charles.
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Sources · 7 independent
LBC London
“Britain's ambassador to Washington has sparked a storm after claiming the UK is no longer America's closest ally.”
LBC London
“Christian Turner said the US's only special relationship is probably which country? Al, would you like to guess? America's special relationship is no longer with us.”
LBC London
“there's nothing, you know, the special relation... relationship is with Israel not with Britain. I mean, it's quite true.”
WBUR Boston
“the UK was profoundly grateful to the American people for a truly unique relationship built over the centuries. I pray with all my heart that our Alliance will continue to defend our shared values.”
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