Urgent statement from Buckingham Palace about King Charles III: They can't deny it

Buckingham Palace has issued an official statement that has stirred up British public opinion. It concerns the publication of the list of gifts received by the royal family between 2020 and 2023. The document has confirmed, for the first time, the delivery of items so striking, of high symbolic value.

The news has surprised many due to the time that passed without this information being released. Palace has acknowledged that this data should've been disclosed more promptly. However, now they couldn't deny it any longer and have decided to officially release the complete record.

The delay in publication has been attributed to both administrative and situational factors. In recent years, the royal family has gone through significant changes, such as the death of Elizabeth II and the proclamation of Charles III. In addition, the pandemic affected internal documentation processes and institutional communication.

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The statement details hundreds of gifts, many of them protocol-related, but some have sparked special interest due to their value or rarity. The most notable has been the top-level Rolls-Royce that the King of Bahrain gave to the current monarch, Charles III. The gift was given on the occasion of his coronation and, as established by regulations, has become part of the official assets.

Other items listed have included plants, trees, and gardening tools, linked to the king's passion for horticulture. These gifts have been distributed across various royal properties, with Windsor being the main destination. Cultural items such as books, works of art, or traditional costumes have also been mentioned.

The late Queen Elizabeth II also received numerous tokens of appreciation that have now been listed. Among them are diamond brooches, NASA items, and portraits signed by renowned photographers. The floral brooch given by President Joe Biden has drawn particular attention, along with items sent by foreign armed forces.

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Political and charitable gestures haven't been absent from the official list, such as the traditional Ukrainian headdress given to the queen consort. The gift symbolizes British support for Ukraine during a period of international tension. Despite the importance of these items, it has been emphasized that they belong to the institutional, not personal, sphere.

Meanwhile, the Princes of Wales have kept a much more discreet attitude regarding their gifts. They have only revealed those received during official visits, such as a snorkeling set in the Caribbean. No details have been given about other personal gifts, especially those related to their children.

The current regulations allow members of the royal family to accept certain foods and perishable items. If these don't exceed a value of £150, they can be donated to institutions or palace employees. In addition, many flowers are redistributed to nearby hospitals or care centers.

The publication of this official list has not only sparked curiosity, but also criticism and reflections on institutional transparency. The gesture of making the document public has been positively received, although many believe it should've happened earlier. In any case, Palace has had no choice but to face the evidence and be accountable to the public.