As the Ukraine death toll continues to rise and Russian assault intensifies, Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan have released a statement condemning Russian president Vladimir Putin for his war on Ukraine.
In a message posted to their nonprofit Archewell’s website, the couple and their foundation team urged world leaders to make their stance clear on the war between the two European nations, stating that they “stand with the people of Ukraine.”
“Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex and all of us at Archewell stand with the people of Ukraine against this breach of international and humanitarian law and encourage the global community and its leaders to do the same,” the statement read.
Since stepping back from their senior royal roles, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have freely expressed views on issues British royals usually consider political matters that require neutrality (and silence). The pair were outspoken advocates during the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020, have campaigned for the Stop Hate for Profit movement, and rallied action to “alleviate suffering” and “prove our humanity” in the context of the 2021 Taliban takeover of Afghanistan and humanitarian disaster in Haiti.
Their philanthropic and advocacy efforts will be acknowledged tomorrow, February 26, at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards, where the Sussexes will receive the prestigious President’s Award for their public service….
