Norway's monarchy is experiencing a crisis of public trust due to scandals involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit's past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and her son Marius Borg Høiby's conviction for serious crimes. Despite Mette-Marit's successful lung transplant, public response to these issues has been negative, eroding the institution's popularity.
President Donald Trump signed the Iran deal during a visit to the opulent Versailles palace with French President Emmanuel Macron. Trump, known for his love of gold, toured the gilded palace, which has been a symbol of royal decadence, while tourists complained about access being shut down.
President Trump toured the opulent Versailles palace with French President Macron on Wednesday, ahead of their G7 summit dinner. Trump, known for his love of gold, praised the palace's beauty, while tourists complained about access being shut down. The visit drew parallels to criticisms of Trump's own opulent projects.
Coroczna parada wojskowa Trooping the Colour odbyła się w Londynie z udziałem rodziny królewskiej. Wydarzenie uświetnił pokaz Królewskich Sił Powietrznych. Uwagę przykuły stylizacja księżnej Kate i zachowanie księcia George'a.
Alexey Gromyko, Director of the Institute of Europe at the Russian Academy of Sciences, stated that Donald Trump admires the British monarchy but his April visit to Washington did not alter his views on the Ukraine crisis. Gromyko noted that while the British side considered the monarch's visit successful, it lacked significant political impact.
Italy begins celebrations for Republic Day, marking 80 years since the 1946 referendum that abolished the monarchy. Events include opening Quirinale gardens to vulnerable populations, a solemn changing of the guard, and a concert for accredited mission heads.
UK police are investigating a song by rapper 021kid (Tony Mohraz) that incites violence against the MEK and other groups. This highlights a growing conflict within the Iranian diaspora in London between monarchist supporters and the MEK, leading to scuffles and intimidation.
Malaysia's internet regulator has ordered TikTok to take immediate action against "offensive and defamatory" content targeting the country's monarchy, including AI-generated videos and manipulated images. The MCMC cited the platform's failure to adequately address previous complaints and warned of further action if responsibilities are not upheld.
The UK monarchy faces its first funding cut since 2012 due to reduced Sovereign Grant, coupled with heightened scrutiny over financial transparency following the Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor scandal, with MPs set to investigate Crown Estate leases and value for money.
King Charles III's US state visit has been hailed as a remarkable diplomatic success after he delivered a speech to Congress receiving 12 standing ovations. The King's address covered Ukraine, NATO, climate change, and the Royal Navy, with commentators noting his subtle digs at President Trump while maintaining charm. Despite low pre-visit expectations - with only a third of Brits expecting positive impact - the speech drew praise from republicans, conservatives, and historians alike, with some comparing it to Winston Churchill's wartime rhetoric.
The murder of Iran-born activist Masood Masjoody in British Columbia has intensified fears among Iranian diaspora figures, with recipients of threatening messages blaming the monarchist movement led by exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi. Masjoody, who had accused two fellow activists of plotting to kill him, disappeared in early February and was found dead in mid-March, with first-degree murder charges filed. The case has exposed deepening divisions in the diaspora over the war and Iran's future leadership, as multiple activists report receiving threatening messages.
