Windsor Castle
Share this @internewscast.com
A man was arrested on Tuesday after a drone was flown near Windsor Castle the day before US President Donald Trump‘s state visit.
Thames Valley Police said the man was held on suspicion of breaching airspace restrictions that are part of beefed up security plans, ahead of Trump’s visit, which will include a lavish banquet at the castle on Wednesday hosted by King Charles III.

The 37-year-old from a London suburb was in custody after being arrested at Windsor Great Park. Suspects in England are not named unless they’ve been charged.

Windsor Castle
Police officers carry out security searches outside the Windsor Castle in Windsor, England, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, ahead of the state visit of US President Donald Trump (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Air restrictions are in place through Thursday in Windsor and also at Chequers, the country mansion where Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host Trump on Thursday.

Thames Valley Police said it was monitoring Windsor from the air, putting armed officers on its streets and patrolling the River Thames to provide extra security during the visit.

Trump’s second state visit

Trump is the first US president to get a second state visit to the UK.

The unprecedented nature of the invitation, along with the expectation of lavish pomp and pageantry, holds dual appeal to Trump.

US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump board Air Force One, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Joint Base Andrews, Md (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

The Republican president has glowingly praised the King’s late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and spoken about how his own Scotland-born mother loved the late Queen and the monarchy.

As he left the White House on Tuesday, Trump noted that during his past state visit he was hosted at Buckingham Palace.

“I don’t want to say one is better than the other, but they say Windsor Castle is the ultimate,” Trump said.

He also called the King “an elegant gentleman” and said “he represents the country so well.”

US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Joint Base Andrews, Md. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

The president is also royally flattered by exceptional attention and has embraced the grandeur of his office in his second term.

He has adorned the normally more austere Oval Office with gold accents, is constructing an expansive ballroom at the White House and has sought to refurbish other Washington buildings to his liking.

Foreign officials have shown they’re attuned to his tastes. During a visit to the Middle East this year, leaders of Saudi Arabia and Qatar didn’t just roll out a red carpet but dispatched fighter jets to escort Trump’s plane.

Starmer has already shown he’s adept at charming Trump. Visiting Washington in February, he noted the president’s Oval Office decorating choices and decision to display a bust of Winston Churchill. During Trump’s private trip to Scotland in July, Starmer visited and praised Trump’s golf courses.

Efforts to woo the president make some members of Starmer’s Labour Party uneasy, and Trump will not address Parliament during his visit, like French President Emmanuel Macron did in July. Lawmakers will be on their annual autumn recess, sparing the government an awkward decision.

Windsor Castle
Police officers patrol outside the Windsor Castle in Windsor, England, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, ahead of the state visit of U.S. President Donald Trump (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

The itinerary in Windsor and at Chequers, both well outside London, also keeps Trump away from a planned mass protest against his visit.

“This visit is really important to Keir Starmer to show that he’s a statesman,” said Leslie Vinjamuri, president of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.

“But it’s such a double-edged sword, because he’s going to be a statesman alongside a US president that is not popular in Europe.”

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Pilots dead, major airport shut after plane collides with fire truck

Tragic Accident: Pilots Killed as Plane Collides with Fire Truck, Leading to Major Airport Closure

Emergency services responded to reports of a plane crashing into a Port…
One dead, five injured including two small children in horror crash

Tragic Crash Claims One Life, Leaves Five Injured, Including Young Children

A tragic accident in Sydney’s western suburbs has resulted in the death…
Meghan Markle has revealed she's reading a poetry book about motherhood after receiving it as a gift from her 'mom friend'. Author Jessica Urlichs has since reacted to the 44-year-old's endorsement of her book The Bloom Because of You with 'shock'. The Duchess of Sussex on Monday shared a short Instagram video that showed her rifling through the pages of New Zealand-based poet Jessica's latest work. The Bloom Because of You is described as a collection of poems that is 'a testament to the significance of mothering'. In the video, Meghan appeared to be relaxing with Jessica's book on a sunny spring day in Montecito, California, as she whispered it was 'so good'.

Meghan Markle’s Latest Read: Author of Motherhood Book Shares Heartfelt Reaction

In a delightful turn of events, Meghan Markle has publicly shared her…
Kyneton petrol stolen

Skyrocketing Petrol Prices: The Alarming Rise of Fuel Theft as Unleaded Approaches $3/Litre

Fuel theft is on the rise in Australia as motorists reach breaking…
The ABC said a compromised staff account led to the breach earlier today.

Historic ABC Staff Strike Looms Over Pay Dispute: First Walkout in Two Decades

Thousands of ABC staff will walk off the job this week for…

Australia on Edge: The Ripple Effects of Middle East Conflicts

As tensions in the Middle East surge, the spotlight remains on the…

Israel Targets Lebanese Infrastructure, Sparking Fears of Significant Civilian Impact

In brief An Israeli strike has pulverised one of the main routes…
Toronto, Canada - August 22, 2024:    Popular social media apps on an Apple iPhone: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, X (formerly Twitter), and Reddit.

Social Media’s Latest Battle: A Tense Conflict Unveils Online

Propaganda is certainly not a new concept, but militaries, governments and regimes…
Dr Alexander Langlands, Associate Professor at Swansea University

Unveiling History: Newly Discovered Roman Villa in Wales Redefines Ancient Narratives

Margam Country Park, located approximately 40 kilometers west of Cardiff, offers visitors…

Saudi Arabia Expels Iranian Embassy Staff Amidst Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Saudi Arabia has announced the expulsion of the Iranian embassy’s military attaché…
Kids in this state are worse off than rest of the country

Children in This State Face Greater Challenges Compared to National Averages

Researchers say Queensland kids are worse off than those in the rest…
Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen during a press conference  at Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday 17 March 2026. He has now suggested more Aussies should work from home during the current fuel crisis.

Remote Work Emerges as a Prudent Choice Amidst Fuel Crisis Impacting Millions

It would be “sensible” for Australians to explore working from home more…