King Charles III (Image: Victoria Jones/PA Wire)

The King has said he and the Queen were “greatly saddened” by a fire in Hong Kong that has left 128 people dead. Many others are still unaccounted for following a blaze in high-rise apartments in the Tai Po district that were undergoing a major renovation.

In a statement, Charles said: “My wife and I were greatly saddened to learn of the devastating fire in Tai Po and feel deeply for the people of Hong Kong at such a tragic time. Our most heartfelt thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones and with those who are now living with shock and uncertainty.

“We have heard of the extraordinary courage of the emergency services and the determined spirit of the many community members who have come to their neighbours’ aid. In the face

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