King says VJ Day heroes will 'never be forgotten'

King Charles commemorates VJ Day heroes in a special message marking the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day. Alongside the Queen and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, a service of remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire will honor the 71,000 soldiers from Britain and the Commonwealth who died in WWII. The King's speech emphasizes the sacrifices made in the Pacific and Far East, highlighting the importance of collaboration and lasting peace. The VJ Day 80 commemorations include military flypasts, tributes, and a national two-minute silence.