Yesterday, Casa Real released a letter
King Juan Carlos sent to his son, King Felipe, in which he revealed
that he would leave Spain to live abroad after a corruption
scandal, involving claims he hid money that came to him via a rail
contract in bank accounts in Switzerland, enveloped him in his
country. Spanish politicians and citizens have been reacting to the
news that the former King…
Royal statements on exile for Juan Carlos of Spain show his title of king appears to be secure
3rd August 2020
The possibility that King Juan Carlos of
Spain would go into exile as allegations over his financial affairs
continued has been talked about for weeks. But, as he confirms his
decision to leave the country he ruled for almost four decades,
another subject of hot debate…
In the words of her husband, she is the
”great professional”. Queen Sofia of Spain has been easily the most
popular member of her country’s royal family for years. She’s also
been one of the most influential royals Europe has known in recent
times. As…
King Felipe expresses his ''heartfelt respect'' for the decision of King Juan Carlos to leave Spain
3rd August 2020
The King of Spain has told his father he
is grateful for his choice to go into exile. Felipe VI offered King
Juan Carlos his ”heartfelt respect” after the former monarch
confirmed he will quit Spain as controversy over his financial
affairs continues to grow. Felipe’s response was published by the
Spanish Royal Household alongside the letter sent by Juan Carlos to
his son…
"Your Majesty, dear Felipe" - read the letter King Juan Carlos wrote to his son as the former monarch goes into exile
3rd August 2020
King Juan Carlos of Spain is to leave the
Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, his home for half a century, as
controversy around his financial affairs grows. The former monarch,
who ruled Spain between 1975 and 2014, will leave for an
undisclosed location. In a letter to his son…
King Juan Carlos of Spain is to leave the
Zarzuela Palace in Madrid, his home for half a century, as
controversy around his financial affairs grows. The former monarch,
who ruled Spain between 1975 and 2014, will leave for an
undisclosed location. The announcement was made…
Princess Christina of Sweden, Mrs
Magnuson is celebrating her 77th birthday today. The Princess will
celebrate her birthday privately with her family. She retired from
public duties on her 75th birthday two years ago after many years
of service to the crown. She spent 45 years in service of King and
country after the deaths of her mother and grandfather. Christina
is the youngest of King…
King Philippe of the Belgians has
congratulated his “colleague” the “King of the Flemish song,” Will
Tura, on the occasion of his 80th birthday. As one of the most
famous Belgian singers, Will Tura has a special bond with the
Belgian Royal…
Crown Princess Victoria has shared a
message for the Stockholm Digital Pride Parade, which took place on
Saturday, telling all those who are celebrating Pride around the
world that “I stand behind you.” Crown Princess Victoria’s message,
which was shared on the…
Sweden’s Royal Court is having financial
problems, the Royal Court has said. The royal palaces have been
severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The visitors are
absent, and a loss of approximately 75 per cent of the revenue is
expected this year. According to the Head of Finance at the Royal
Court in Sweden, it risks affecting cultural heritage. During the
spring, the royal palaces have…
