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King Felipe watches paratroopers celebrate important anniversary

King Felipe of Spain took part in the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the “Méndez Parada” Military Paratrooper School, which belongs to the Spanish Air Force, but trains personnel for all military branches.  His Majesty travelled via helicopter from Madrid to the Alcantarilla Air Base in the Murcia region; upon arrival, he was welcomed by the President of the Autonomic Community…
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A hug and warm words between King Felipe and King Juan Carlos caught on camera at King Constantine's funeral

The state of their relationship has been much debated in the two years since King Juan Carlos left Spain for voluntary exile but now footage from a royal funeral seems to show that Felipe VI and his father are on friendly terms. The two were seen hugging and exchanging warm words as they joined royalty from across Europe in bidding a final farewell to Constantine II, the last King of Greece.
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King Felipe and Queen Letizia attend the annual Pascua Militar ceremony in Madrid

King Felipe and Queen Letizia have attended their traditional post-Christmas engagement: the Pascua Militar ceremony, celebrated in Madrid to mark the beginning of a new military year. At 12:03pm local time on Friday, 6th January, Their Majesties arrived at the gates that surround Plaza de la Armería in front of the Royal Palace. Wearing his Air Force uniform and a red gown respectively…
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Busy start to the New Year for King Felipe as he attends President Lula's inauguration in Brazil

King Felipe wasted no time in resuming royal duties following the festive period with a quick visit to Brazil to attend the inauguration of President Lula da Silva. The King, accompanied by his Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, was met by Brazilian officials at the Brasilia Air Base when his airplane landed, and travelled to the Spanish Embassy to meet with workers…
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