King Charles III Applauds Police Efforts and Breaks Silence On Far-Right Riots in the UK

London: On Friday, King Charles III addressed the riots that have rocked British towns for the first time, complimenting the police for their efforts in putting an end to the bloodshed.

The families of the three girls slain in a mass stabbing on July 29 received condolences from the monarch and Queen Camilla, but Buckingham Palace remained silent about the disturbances that broke out almost every day.

According to a Buckingham Palace official, the monarch commended British law enforcement and emergency services "for all they are doing to restore peace in those areas that have been affected by violent disorder".

The spokesperson continued, expressing his hope that the "shared values of mutual respect and understanding will continue to strengthen and unite the nation".

A lot of people had been keeping an eye on whether the monarch, who is now enjoying his yearly summer vacation in Scotland, would break his conspicuous silence regarding the disruptions.

Authorities have accused far-right agitators for the nearly nightly turmoil that rocked towns in England and Northern Ireland, leading to hundreds of arrests.

Authorities claim that the rioters used the girls' deaths in the coastal town of Southport, northwest England, as justification for racist and anti-Islamic demonstrations. The murder suspect was born in the United Kingdom.

The monarch has customarily refrained from making comments on matters that can spark political controversy.

Nonetheless, the king stated he was "greatly encouraged" by the response "that countered the aggression and criminality from a few with the compassion and resilience of the many" during discussions with police chiefs and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

There have been several counter-demonstrations in the locations where far-right protests were scheduled, despite the fact that more police have been placed on standby.

 "Dangerous situation" 

After a period of silence that had alarmed some royal observers, he issued a call for unity.

Historian and royal analyst Ed Owens remarked before to the statement's release, "I am surprised that the king as head of state hasn't come out more forcefully, given that it's a perilous moment for the United Kingdom."