Prince William's call for an end to the fighting in Gaza has elicited a broad spectrum of responses. Israel is 'dismayed' by his remarks but avoids a public confrontation with the future King. The Prince of Wales and Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron have warned that 'too many have been killed.' Critics, such as Quentin Letts and Prue MacSween, view the intervention as 'disaster,' potentially causing a 'political rift' with allies like Israel and the US. They argue it's 'unwise' and 'politically contentious.' Supporters defend William, emphasizing his 'emotional plea' reflects 'not a political stance' but a call for peace, reminiscent of Princess Diana's activism. Opinions diverge on the royal family's involvement in politics, with some, including the late Queen Elizabeth, presumed to be 'aghast' at such a move, suggesting she would have approached it differently. The intervention is seen as a 'fantastic advocate for our country,' setting a 'precedent' for royal engagement in political matters, though some advise William to be 'careful.'
‘Serious lapse of judgment’: William’s Gaza intervention raises eyebrows. https://t.co/MH9syHEZJF
Author Rabbi Shmuley Boteach has slammed Prince William’s comments on the Israel-Hamas war. https://t.co/qodprk4VCS
'However understandable Israel’s reaction may have been, there comes a point when the killing is disproportionate to the original crime' ✍️ Stephen Glover on Prince William's plea on the war in Gaza
Sky News contributor Prue MacSween says Nikki Haley should "fall on her sword” over the presidential election. https://t.co/lL8vTVQnXq
Sky News contributor Prue MacSween says Prince William’s comments on wanting an end to the war in Gaza may cause a “political rift” with Israel and the US. https://t.co/s0dcxWgiOW
Sky News contributor Prue MacSween has called Prince William’s decision to weigh in on the Israel-Gaza war “unwise.” https://t.co/LNOODRNVV4
Queen Elizabeth would have been 'aghast' at Prince William's statement on the Israel and Gaza conflict https://t.co/sRafBgGDRx https://t.co/5k8gKLeLJY
Journalist Michael Crick says Prince William needs to be “careful” with political interventions, after his statement calling for an end to the Israel-Hamas war. “On the face of it, nobody can disagree… but there’s an underlying message.” #TalkTV https://t.co/22idWL0BmR
Conservative commentator Benedict Spence tells Julia Hartley-Brewer that Prince William’s calls for an end to fighting in Gaza “sets a precedent” for the royal family to “stray into political territory”. Watch in full: https://t.co/5VAoDj7RuA https://t.co/7Pg6KhrhAV
'Prince William is a fantastic advocate for our country' Minister for Disabled people, Health and Work Mims Davies says the Prince's line on Gaza is similar to that of the government. https://t.co/MN4knKzwtA
'Queen Elizabeth wouldn't think it was the right thing to do' Ingrid Seward says the Late Queen would have handled the Gaza conflict differently to Prince William. https://t.co/5eMl2etSDv
Following his unprecedented intervention calling for peace in Gaza, is Prince William right to involve the royal family in politics? 📞 0344 499 1000 @TVKev | @ThatAlexWoman https://t.co/BAGOCqnUKL
Echoes of his mum Princess Diana's landmine campaign in Prince William's #Gaza intervention If only Netanyahu and Hamas would take heed! https://t.co/lLjsXVBVva
“Thank God Prince William is finally starting to behave like his brother.” @mrjamesob reacts to Prince William’s call for a ceasefire in Gaza, asking ‘what’s the point in having one of the most famous public figures on the planet if they aren’t allowed to say what they think’? https://t.co/o97AquBBYI
Prince William defended over ‘emotional plea’ on Middle East conflict – ‘not a political stance!’ https://t.co/BKkVY0OYOu
Prince William faces criticism for calling for an end to the fighting in Gaza. What's your reaction? 📞 0344 499 1000 @JuliaHB1 https://t.co/qqOWay2k9Z
Prince William statement on Israel branded a ‘disaster’ – ‘It can only end badly!’ https://t.co/9npR5tNmsO
‘It’s just so politically contentious…it’s a big gamble to see if it’s actually going to make a difference.’ GB News’ Cameron Walker says it was a ‘very bold move’ for Prince William to issue a statement on the Israel-Hamas war. https://t.co/NsSSZVQAcy
Prince William’s intervention backed by Rishi Sunak as royal speaks out against fighting in Gaza https://t.co/liOqEnru1K
Parliamentary sketchwriter Quentin Letts says he is "uncomfortable" with Prince William’s statement calling for an end to fighting in Gaza. “If you’re heir to the throne, you don’t sound off about a topic that’s about to be discussed in Parliament.” #TalkTV https://t.co/Nxx8eFajHD
Parliamentary sketchwriter Quentin Letts says he is ”uncomfortable” with Prince William’s statement calling for an end to fighting in Gaza. “If you’re heir to the throne, you don’t sound off about a topic that’s about to be discussed in Parliament.” #TalkTV https://t.co/Btk28N8E2d
‘Careful, William. The last monarch to dabble in politics lost his head.’ ✍️ Richard Kay on Prince William's plea on the war in Gaza
🇬🇧 Royal Diplomat: UK Deploys Prince William To Call For Urgent Gaza Ceasefire ▫Both the Prince of Wales and Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron have warned that 'too many have been killed' .... ▫@janemerrick23 @HugoGye ▫https://t.co/S7E4SmLzTs #frontpagestoday #UK @theipaper 🇬🇧 https://t.co/FskWwK4sar
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