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US President Barack Obama
has hailed his country's "special relationship" with the UK in a speech
delivered at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace.
He thanked the UK for its solidarity since 9/11 and in tackling the security threats that have followed.
President Obama said he was honoured to be in Britain to reaffirm enduring bonds
He also paid tribute to the UK's military forces for "standing shoulder to shoulder with the US for decades".
The banquet was hosted by the Queen and attended by royalty, politicians and film stars.
It came at the end of a packed first day of the president's state visit.
The banquet was attended by all three main political leaders,
Prime Minister David Cameron, Deputy...
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