King Charles Commemorates 7/7 London Attacks, Calls for Unity Against Evil
King Charles led commemorations marking two decades of the 7/7 London attacks, urging unity against those who seek to divide. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also remembered victims, emphasizing the importance of standing together. The article reflects on the significance of building a society of mutual respect and understanding.
Commemorating the 7/7 London Attacks
As July 7 marks two decades of the 7/7 London attacks in 2005, King Charles led commemorations. He urged the public to show unity against those who would seek to divide us. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also remembered the victims, emphasizing that 'we stood together'. King Charles condemned the senseless acts of evil where bombs exploded on the capital's public transport system, resulting in the deaths of 52 people and injuries to over 700 others.
The bombings highlighted the significance of building a society where people of all faiths and backgrounds can live together with mutual respect and understanding, according to BBC. King Charles called on the public to draw strength from the extraordinary courage and compassion demonstrated in the wake of the attack.
Unity and Courage in the Face of Terror
The King expressed profound sadness for the innocent lives lost and the enduring grief of their loved ones. He honored the selfless bravery of the emergency services, transport workers, and fellow citizens who rushed to help strangers. Keir Starmer mentioned that those who tried to divide us failed. 'We stood together then, and we stand together now - against hate and for the values that define us of freedom, democracy, and the rule of law. Those who tried to divide us failed.'
On July 7, 2005, four domestic Islamist extremists carried out suicide bombings across London, leading to the deaths of 52 individuals and injuries to hundreds of others. It was the worst attack on London since World War II, with Home Secretary Yvette Cooper calling it the 'darkest days' of Britain.