Security for King Charles's US state visit reviewed after Washington shooting

Security arrangements for King Charles's upcoming state visit to the United States are under review following a shooting incident in Washington DC.

Buckingham Palace confirmed that discussions are ongoing with US counterparts to assess any impact on the planned visit.

The King is being kept fully informed of developments and is greatly relieved that the president, first lady, and all guests were unharmed.

The review follows an attempted attack at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where a gunman tried to storm the event attended by former President Donald Trump and other officials.

Guests reportedly hid under tables as gunshots were fired, and the president and others were evacuated by the Secret Service.

No fatalities were reported, though one officer wearing a bulletproof vest was shot and taken to hospital.

The suspect, a 31-year-old man from Torrance, California, was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an officer with a dangerous weapon.

Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said the UK and US governments are working closely to ensure appropriate security arrangements are in place.

He noted that extensive discussions about the king's safety were already underway and would continue in the days leading up to the visit.

The King and Queen Camilla are scheduled to visit the US from April 27 to 30, with planned stops in Virginia, New York, and Washington DC.

The visit marks the 250th anniversary of American independence and includes a state banquet described by former President Trump as a "beautiful banquet dinner" and a "historic state visit." Buckingham Palace indicated that multiple discussions would take place to determine how the incident might affect operational planning for the visit.

The palace spokesperson emphasized that the government and palace take the King's security very seriously.

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