United Kingdom, April 29 -- King Charles has reaffirmed the long-standing "special" relationship between the UK and the US.

The 77-year-old monarch addressed Congress as part of his four-day visit to the US, which is seen as important to rebuilding relations between the two countries following recent tensions over the war in Iran.

He told Congress: "The story of the United Kingdom and the United States is, at its heart, a story of reconciliation, renewal and remarkable partnership. From the bitter divisions of 250 years ago, we forged a friendship that has grown into one of the most consequential alliances in human history."

The King marked the 250th anniversary of America's independence from British rule in the 28-minute address, and ...