The King's poignant message 20 years on from the 'senseless evil' of 7/7: Charles pays tribute as Home Secretary says Islamic extremism still 'greatest threat' to UK
Islamist suicide bombers struck on three Tube trains and a bus that morning in 2005, killing 52 people and injuring more than 770.
In a message to mark today's 20th anniversary of the atrocities, Charles praised those 'who rushed towards danger to help strangers' and said comfort can be taken from the 'spirit of unity' which allowed the nation to heal afterwards.
Meanwhile Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, writing in the Sunday Mirror, warned that Islamic extremism remains 'the greatest threat' in Britain.
She also praised the work of anti-radicalisation programmes, adding: 'Communities across the nation were determined that hatred would not win. The work done at that time has endured and evolved.'
Last night the monarch asked that the country continues to work towards building a society 'of all faiths and backgrounds' in order to stand against 'those who seek to divide us'.
He said: 'Today, as we mark 20 years since the tragic events of July 7, 2005, my heartfelt thoughts and prayers remain with all those whose lives were forever changed on that terrible summer's day.
'We remember with profound sadness the 52 innocent people who were killed in senseless acts of evil, and the enduring grief of their loved ones.
In a message to mark today's 20th anniversary of the atrocities, King Charles praised those 'who rushed towards danger to help strangers' (pictured: the King during a visit to Kirkcaldy to unveil a Commemorative Cairn last week)
'We recall, too, the hundreds more who carry physical and psychological scars, and pray that their suffering may ease as the years pass.
'In doing so, we should also remember the countless stories of extraordinary courage and compassion that emerged from the darkness of that day.
'The selfless bravery of emergency services, transport workers and fellow citizens who rushed towards danger to help strangers, reminds us of the very best of humanity in the face of the very worst.'
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said last night: 'I remember it still so vividly. We stand with those who carry the pain of that day – the families, friends and colleagues of those who never came home. We will remember them always.'
Senior members of the Royal Family are set to join today's services and memorials, including the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh who will attend the National Service of Commemoration at St Paul's Cathedral.
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