Prince William has publicly expressed his deep concern over the 'human suffering' caused by the conflict in the Middle East, specifically referencing the war in Gaza and the global rise in antisemitism following the Hamas terrorist attack on October 7. In his first public comments since the conflict began, the Prince of Wales plans to carry out several engagements to highlight the plight of those affected. Kensington Palace announced that these efforts are aimed at recognizing the human suffering resulting from the war and drawing attention to the increasing antisemitism globally. The Prince and Princess of Wales have stated they are 'profoundly concerned' and 'hold all the victims in their hearts and minds.' Prince William's statements come amid a backdrop of significant concern due to the 'terrible human cost' inflicted by the conflict. His intervention, described as entering 'politically contentious' waters with a focus on fighting antisemitism and calling for an end to the fighting, has received various reactions, including support from Rishi Sunak and criticism suggesting it could lead to controversy.
Prince William defended over ‘emotional plea’ on Middle East conflict – ‘not a political stance!’ https://t.co/BKkVY0OYOu
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Prince William statement on Israel branded a ‘disaster’ – ‘It can only end badly!’ https://t.co/9npR5tNmsO
Prince William’s intervention backed by Rishi Sunak as royal speaks out against fighting in Gaza https://t.co/liOqEnru1K
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Israel is 'dismayed' by Prince William's call for an end to the fighting in Gaza but 'don't want to enter a public row with the future King' after the royal's unprecedented intervention https://t.co/d9wvzKgq1D https://t.co/bdxbZSXZFM
Prince William's royal intervention comes ahead of a crucial vote happening today in the House of Commons on a Gaza cease-fire. Last time there was a vote like this 56 Labour MPs rebelled against Sir Keir Starmer and there were 8 front bench resignations and sackings. https://t.co/isUHhnNKVU
Prince William thought 'long and hard' about Gaza statement but it shouldn't be taken as a call for a ceasefire, sources say - as it emerges the Foreign Office were aware of his intervention which was welcomed by No10 https://t.co/kODoH56gDa https://t.co/D8JLmKRSUg
Prince William ‘knew making plea for permanent peace in Gaza would cause controversy’ - but ‘felt he had no choice’ https://t.co/2FQ4jlQL33
One of Britain’s most senior royals has shared his concern about the death toll from the war in Gaza and appealed for an end to the fighting "as soon as possible". https://t.co/TDQNCvBf7u
BREAKING: Prince William receives message from Israel after rare intervention into Middle East conflict https://t.co/KxGoIBZSpk
NEW: Prince William concerned at ‘terrible human cost’ of Middle East conflict https://t.co/UM2RMYyTxS
“I remain deeply concerned about the terrible human cost of the conflict in the Middle East since the Hamas terrorist attack on 7 October. Too many have been killed." https://t.co/O8nZoHSREz
🔺 NEW: The Prince of Wales has made his strongest intervention yet on the crisis in the Middle East, saying: “Too many have been killed” ⬇️ https://t.co/cMop7poIkq
BREAKING: PRINCE WILLIAM SPEAKS OUT ABOUT THE LOSS OF LIFE - “IN THE DARKEST HOUR, WE MUST NOT SUCCUMB TO DESPAIR" “I remain deeply concerned about the terrible human cost of the conflict in the Middle East since the Hamas terrorist attack on 7 October. Too many have been… https://t.co/aOXQ5cBy7X
🚨🇬🇧PRINCE WILLIAM: "IN THE DARKEST HOUR, WE MUST NOT SUCCUMB TO DESPAIR" "I remain deeply concerned about the terrible human cost of the conflict in the Middle East since the Hamas terrorist attack on 7 October. Too many have been killed. I, like so many others, want to see… https://t.co/XVh7pKPs56
The #PrinceofWales has released a statement on the situation in the Middle East. He said: "I remain deeply concerned about the terrible human cost of the conflict in the Middle East since the Hamas terrorist attack on 7 October. Too many have been killed. "I, like so many… https://t.co/YvNFTeCIcB
UK's Prince Williams: "I remain deeply concerned about the terrible human cost of the conflict in the Middle East since the Hamas terrorist attack on 7 October" - @Reuters
BREAKING: Prince William statement on Middle East 👇🏻 https://t.co/pcrAOfFe5N
‘It’s excellent that a member of the Royal Family would show concern for the terrible suffering that we’re witnessing in the middle east.’ Naomi Wimborne-Idrissi praises Prince William for recognising the scale of ‘human suffering’ caused by the war in Gaza. https://t.co/tMoMOfHj3Q
Prince William has been horrified by the human suffering unfolding in the Middle East and is set to carry out a series of engagements to highlight the plight of all those affected by the conflict https://t.co/rIX6nItGem
'It's a bold move from Prince William' The Prince of Wales will enter 'politically contentious' waters to highlight human suffering in the Middle East war. https://t.co/gJt8hR4Y5f
Prince William on mission to fight anti-Semitism as he sets out to 'recognise the human suffering' of war in Gaza https://t.co/B1wjta6ovC
Prince William to hear of suffering in Gaza and Israel https://t.co/GWKEeW1W1F
The Prince of Wales is to carry out royal events which “recognise the human suffering” caused by the war in the Middle East, subsequent conflict in Gaza and the global rise in antisemitism, Kensington Palace has said ✍: Tony Jones https://t.co/MaJNeN2axd
Prince William to attend events which recognise 'suffering' caused by Gaza conflict https://t.co/sK5ecebEVd
The Prince and Princess of Wales say they are "profoundly concerned" by the "human suffering" caused by the war in Gaza and the global rise in antisemitism. An announcement from Kensington Palace says the Royal couple "hold all the victims in their hearts and minds". https://t.co/eZOWRtZn4I
Britain's Prince William will carry out several engagements to "recognize the human suffering" caused by the conflict in the Middle East and to draw attention to the global rise in antisemitism. https://t.co/AffO3kM7uM
🚨 The Prince of Wales will recognise the scale of “human suffering” caused by the war in Gaza in his first public comments on the conflict since it began 🔽 https://t.co/u3B9JWweHs