Prince Harry may not have realized the ramifications of his words that could have caused some trouble for his father, King Charles, who is on his way to America for the long-awaited state visit to Britain.
It is a long-standing tradition for members of the royal families to maintain a diplomatic stance and not explicitly share their political views in public. Although the Duke of Sussex is no longer a working member of the royal family, he remains the king’s second son, meaning his words carry influence.
Harry’s speech at the Kyiv Security Forum had sent a message to the US to “keep its international treaty obligations” because of its role in global security. Trump has dismissed the comments when they were brought up, stating Harry “doesn’t speak for the royals”.
However, experts have urged Harry to exercise caution on sensitive issues and not interfere in serious geopolitical issues.
“Prince Harry’s Ukraine comments are a stunning display of a lack of self-awareness that requires a reality check,” said royal and foreign policy commentator Lee Cohen. Daily Express.
“Those tied to the Crown – labor or otherwise – simply do not engage in partisan geopolitics. Yet here is a man who represents no government or institution, focusing on himself in the middle of a war, all the while clinging to the royal associations he rejected.”
The expert noted that Harry is turning into a “walking liability” for the royals and this could potentially force the palace or parliament to take the necessary steps to “prevent further damage”.
