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King Charles rained on in Antigua, during Caribbean tour

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King Charles III was caught in a heavy rainstorm during an official visit to Antigua and Barbuda while his wife, Queen Camilla, was provided with an umbrella. The incident drew social media criticism regarding royal protocol and the King's health, though he later joked about the situation.

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The event highlights the ongoing public scrutiny of the British monarchy's image and its historical ties to the slave trade during sensitive diplomatic tours.

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Hear this story King Charles has seen drier days.

"Where's the umbrella?" the monarch repeatedly asked royal aides as he was drenched in a downpour in the twin-nation of Antigua and Barbuda during his nine-day tour of the Caribbean on Sunday, Nov. 1.

The king was seen gesturing with his arms in bewilderment and calling on his team to "bring it" as his beige suit became sodden as torrential rain fell at a parade held to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Antiguan and Barbudan independence.

While wife Queen Camilla was swiftly given an umbrella and led to shelter, the monarch was left uncovered as aides flapped around him as he was drenched at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.

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