RAMALLAH, November 13, 2026 (WAFA) - The President of the State of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas, received a congratulatory message from His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom on the occasion of the 38th anniversary of the declaration of the independence of the State of Palestine.
In his message, King Charles III—speaking on his own behalf and on behalf of his wife, Queen Camilla—conveyed his warmest, heartfelt congratulations to President Mahmoud Abbas and the Palestinian people on this national occasion, wishing Palestine and its people peace and stability.
King Charles III affirmed that the historic decision taken by the United Kingdom in 2025 to recognize the State of Palestine has contributed to strengthening the prospects for friendship and cooperation between the two nations, expressing his optimism for the deepening and strengthening of bilateral ties.
His Majesty noted his full awareness of the extent of the hardship and suffering endured by the Palestinian people, as well as the damage inflicted upon many sites of great spiritual and historical significance in the region. He expressed his sincere hope that the growing bonds between the two countries would contribute to fostering the much-needed peace, security, and stability.
On his own behalf and that of his wife, King Charles III reiterated his best wishes to President Mahmoud Abbas and the Palestinian people, expressing a sincere hope that a just and lasting peace might prevail throughout the entire region.
He underscored the importance of continuing to bolster the friendly relations and cooperation between the United Kingdom and the State of Palestine, in a manner that supports efforts aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace, and consolidating security and stability in the region.
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