## Video Summary King Charles has faced significant criticism for the royal family's failure to mention the first day of Lent while hosting Iftar for Ramadan. This oversight raises questions about the royal family's commitment to Christianity in a time when statistics show fewer than 50% of the UK population identifies as Christian. The lack of acknowledgment for Lent draws attention, particularly as King Charles, as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, might be expected to honour Christian traditions. The criticism was compounded by a former royal chaplain’s accusations of a 'two-tier religion' in the wake of various posts celebrating non-Christian events. This public discourse echoes a broader societal shift in the UK, where religious affiliations are changing. Historically, neither King Charles nor Queen Elizabeth II made significant public statements regarding the beginning of Lent, choosing instead to engage in ceremonial traditions. However, the overlap with Ramadan and the rise of immigration patterns seem to have intensified scrutiny around the monarchy's role in religious representation. The discussion provokes reflection on the complexities of integrating diverse beliefs within a monarchy that historically centred on Christian values, posing essential questions for the future of identity and faith in modern Britain. ## Transcript King Charles has come under some significant criticism recently after Windsor Castle hosted Iftar for Ramadan, yet the royal family's official accounts made not a single mention of the first day of Lent. Many people are questioning whether King Charles is abandoning Christianity and whether the UK is giving up on Christianity, as the numbers suggest that might be the case. I’d like to discuss this in this video. Firstly, Iftar is the meal to break the fast during Ramadan, and I have a short clip to show you briefly before we delve into the details. This event hosted at Windsor Castle attracted a lot of criticism due to the obvious support for Ramadan, especially since the royal family wished all Muslims in the UK, the Commonwealth, and around the world a blessed and peaceful Ramadan. This has drawn attention because there was no mention of Lent. I want to make it clear that there is nothing wrong with wishing Muslims a peaceful Ramadan. I have many Muslim friends, and it feels odd to have to say that, but I believe it’s essential to clarify. The criticism stems from the idea that King Charles, who is the Supreme Governor of the Protestant Church of England, should acknowledge Christian events such as Lent. In fact, the first day of Lent would reasonably expect some kind of message on the official account, and the lack of that has drawn criticism. On the 1st of March, there was a post wishing a happy birthday to Vice Admiral Sir Tim Lawrence, another about his meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine, another post regarding the Prime Minister of Canada, and something else related to horse racing. However, on the 5th of March, the first day of Lent, the only relevant post was a brief update congratulating those who received honours at the palace, while the only other post was a vague clip suggesting King Charles was celebrating Commonwealth Day with music. Throughout this video, I will examine whether this is significant and what is truly happening in the UK. Are we experiencing a drastic change in demographics? On a different matter, you might have heard about Apple’s recent action to remove advanced protection for privacy that is related to user data on iCloud. I have partnered with Incog, a service that will assist in removing your data from brokers and marketers, as identity theft is sadly on the rise. By using the code BLACKBELTSECRETS, you can receive a 60% discount, and it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Returning to the criticism aimed at King Charles, an ex-royal chaplain has accused him and Prime Minister Keir Starmer of displaying a two-tier religion by failing to acknowledge Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Accusations of two-tier justice and policing have been commonplace, and now it seems two-tier religion is the new concern. Historical context shows that during Queen Elizabeth II's reign, she, too, rarely acknowledged the start of Lent with public statements. Both monarchs have participated in Christian traditions while avoiding significant declarations about Lent. King Charles's lack of comments aligns with a historical precedent, however, the overlap with Ramadan raises valid scrutiny. Christianity in the UK has seen a decline, with fewer than 50% of the population identifying as Christian for the first time in a 2021 census. This has led to questions about whether the monarchy is becoming more inclusive, harmonising between different religions. There may be a connection to the rising numbers of migrant arrivals as well. With numerous boats crossing the channel filled with migrants, one wonders why the government doesn't take stronger action against these crossings. Reports of the French Navy not returning migrants back to France raise further questions, as it feels like part of a larger plan. Given the seismic shift in demographics, I invite your thoughts on whether all these changes are part of a broader strategy. The public sentiment is evident in recent polls, showing a majority belief in a two-tier justice system in the UK. Whether one accepts these changes or not, we are undoubtedly witnessing substantial shifts in UK demographics, and I’ll be observing these developments closely. Thank you for watching, and don’t forget to support our sponsor, Incog. 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