On the 20th anniversary of the London bombings, King Charles has urged people to stand united against division and hate. Remembering the 52 lives lost and hundreds injured in the 2005 attacks, he called the bombings “senseless acts of evil” and said his thoughts remain with all those affected, according to BBC.

The King praised the bravery and compassion shown that day and in the days that followed, saying it showed the strength of community in the face of tragedy. He stressed the need to keep building a society where people of all backgrounds live with mutual respect.

A national service will be held at St Paul’s Cathedral on Monday, with the Duke of Edinburgh attending on the King’s behalf, BBC reported.