James's firm belief in the divine right of kings, and constant need for money, also brought him into conflict repeatedly with parliament. Abroad, James attempted to encourage European peace.

On the abdication of his brother Edward VIII in December 1936 he was proclaimed King and took one of his middle names, George, on succeeding to the throne. The coronation of George VI and Queen ...

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RABAT, Morocco (AP) — King Mohammed VI on Friday reaffirmed that settling ... Countries including Saudi Arabia and 18 European Union members have since followed suit, according to Morocco ...

RABAT, Morocco — King Mohammed VI on Friday reaffirmed that settling ... Countries including Saudi Arabia and 18 European Union members have since followed suit, according to Morocco’s tally.