King Charles has urged people across the United Kingdom to stay united and resist attempts to create division, as the country marks 20 years since the devastating 7/7 attacks in London.

In a heartfelt message, he condemned the “senseless acts of evil” that shook the capital and left lasting scars, while calling for continued solidarity and mutual respect among all communities.

The King reflected on the horror of the attacks that took place on 7 July 2005, when four suicide bombers targeted London’s public transport system during rush hour.

Explosions on three underground trains and a double-decker bus killed 52 people and injured more than 700, in one of the deadliest terror incidents in the UK's history.

In his message, King Charles said: “My special prayers remain with all those whose lives were forever changed on that terrible summer's day,” including those still carrying “physical and psychological scars.” He said the country must never forget the tragedy, but also remember the strength that followed.

“While the horrors will never be forgotten, we may take comfort from the way such events rally communities together in solidarity, solace and determination. It is this spirit of unity that has helped London, and our nation, to heal,” the King said.

He emphasised the importance of building a society where people from all faiths and backgrounds can coexist in peace and mutual understanding. “The attacks showed us the enduring need to build a society where people of all faiths and backgrounds can live together with mutual respect and understanding,” he said.

A series of events are planned in London on Monday to honour the memory of the victims.

These will include a National Service of Commemoration at St Paul's Cathedral, where the King will be represented by the Duke of Edinburgh.

The King also praised the bravery and compassion shown in response to the attacks, noting the efforts of emergency responders and volunteers who stepped up during the crisis.

He said he continues to hold deep admiration for the “extraordinary courage and compassion that emerged from the darkness of that day.”

King Charles, known for his long-standing commitment to interfaith dialogue and promoting peaceful coexistence, ended his message with a strong call for continued unity: “We must always stand together against those who would seek to divide us.”