Prince Harry Faces Criticism for "Phoney" Speech Amidst Family Health Issues

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21/01/2024 22h31

In a recent turn of events, Prince Harry has come under fire for his speech at the "Living Legends of Aviation" ceremony, with critics accusing him of disregarding the health issues faced by King Charles and Princess Kate.

During the ceremony, Prince Harry, also known as the Duke of Sussex, was honored for his service in Afghanistan. In his speech, he spoke about his personal connection to flying, describing it as a "transcendent experience" that offered both freedom and grounding.

Reflecting on his aviation journey, the prince shared his memories of flight training and the mixed emotions he felt during significant moments. He expressed gratitude for the trust he had in the aircraft, his comrades, mentors, and himself, emphasizing trust as a constant throughout his military career.

However, Royal expert Angela Levin criticized Prince Harry for failing to mention the health struggles of King Charles and Princess Kate, who are reportedly undergoing treatments. Levin accused the Prince of trying to showcase his own well-being and claimed that his jokes throughout the speech felt insincere.

In an interview with The Sun, Levin urged Prince Harry to have been more serious and empathetic, suggesting that he could have acknowledged his family members' challenges and offered his support. She argued that his omission gave the impression of being indifferent to their struggles and further fueled the belief that his speech was phoney.

The criticism comes at a time when tensions within the royal family are already high, with Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle stepping back from their roles as senior royals and becoming more independent. The couple's decision, commonly referred to as "Megxit," has caused a stir within the monarchy and garnered much attention from the media.

As the backlash continues, Prince Harry's speech is being examined under a critical lens, with prevailing sentiment pointing towards the need for more consideration and empathy towards his family's health issues.

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