The biggest royal moments of the week: stunning portraits, charity visits and a breathtaking desert expedition

The Prince and Princess of Wales jumped back into their royal duties this week with a visit to Charing Cross Hospital in London, where Princess Kate received cancer treatment before announcing she was in remission last January. The couple surprised healthcare workers at the hospital and sat with them to discuss some of the pressures the NHS is facing, especially during the winter period. They also spent time with patients currently receiving treatment at the hospital. Read our full coverage of the visit here.

The Princess of Wales's visit to Charing Cross Hospital came on the eve of her 44th birthday. In a break with tradition, Kensington Palace did not release a portrait of the royal, instead sharing a beautiful video, which you can watch here. Princess Kate sported a vintage look in the video, rewearing some of her much-loved classic pieces.

Queen Camilla marked a milestone of her own this week, with Buckingham Palace releasing a vibrant portrait in honour of the occasion. Her Majesty was celebrating the fifth anniversary of The Queen's Reading Room, which began life as an online book club founded during the COVID-19 pandemic. The project has expanded in the following years, becoming a registered charity and widening its reach, including hosting a literary festival and a podcast. You can read more about the project and Queen Camilla's thoughts on the occasion here.

Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent of Denmark celebrated their 15th birthdays on Thursday, marking the occasion with a collection of beautiful new portraits. The royal twins looked so grown up in the photos, which were taken shortly before the New Year at the Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen. Read all about the teenage royals' schooling, public appearances and the special occasion they're expected to celebrate in 2026 here.

It wasn't just the Danish royals who were celebrating this week. King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden also released portraits of their own. The beautiful pictures showcase the grandeur of the Drottningholm Palace in Stockholm, with the royal couple looking resplendent in white-tie attire. The real star of the show, though, is the diamond Braganza tiara worn by Queen Silvia - what a showstopper! Click here to read about the tiara's history, as well as why this is set to be a historic year for Sweden's King and Queen.

Queen Rania of Jordan turned on explorer mode this week as she stepped out with her daughter, Princess Salma. The pair visited the incredible landscapes of Wadi Rum, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the south of the country, meeting tour operators and learning about the Jordan Heritage Revival Company. As usual, both looked stylish for the outing - take a look at their fashion picks here.