About 5,000 people marched through central London on Wednesday, voicing frustration over President Trump’s state visit and his administration’s policies. From Trafalgar Square to Parliament Square, protesters carried banners calling for accountability and solidarity across global issues.
Meanwhile, a very different scene was unfolding in Windsor. King Charles III welcomed President Trump with full royal pageantry—a horse-drawn carriage procession winding through historic streets set the stage for a stately banquet at Windsor Castle.
The juxtaposition of London’s bustling protest and Windsor’s ceremonial traditions underscores the tightrope the UK walks in hosting a divisive leader. Critics have questioned the decision to extend a state invitation amid widespread opposition on the streets.
As the visit unfolds, this blend of public dissent and diplomatic ritual highlights the complexities of modern international relations in an interconnected world.
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