US President Donald Trump said Prince Harry was not speaking for the UK when the Duke of Sussex called on Washington to show greater leadership efforts for Ukraine, adding that he [himself] speaks “for the UK more than Prince Harry.”
Trump made the comments on Friday, when asked about Harry’s remarks during an unannounced visit to Kyiv, where the duke urged the US to honor its international commitments to Ukraine, BBC reported.
Speaking at the Kyiv Security Forum, the Duke of Sussex issued appeals to Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying there was “still a moment, now, to stop this war.”
Without naming Trump directly, Harry urged the US to show leadership “not out of charity but out of its enduring role in global security and strategic stability.”
According to The HALO Trust, Ukraine is among the most mine‑affected countries in the world, with authorities estimating in 2022 that up to 174,000 square kilometers of territory could be contaminated with landmines and unexploded ordnance.
When asked about the comments, Trump responded by questioning Harry’s standing and saying he appreciated the advice “very much.”
“I know one thing, Prince Harry is not speaking for the UK, that’s for sure,” Trump said. “I think I am speaking for the UK more than Prince Harry.”
During the exchange, Trump also criticized UK policies on energy and immigration, calling for expanded drilling in the North Sea and stricter migration controls.
The British King and Queen are scheduled to meet Trump at the White House during their four‑day visit, which begins on Monday.
The visit comes amid tensions in US‑UK relations, including disagreements over Britain’s role in recent Middle East conflicts.
Trump has previously criticized UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, including remarks earlier this year following Britain’s refusal to allow US aircraft to use UK bases for initial strikes on Iran.
No comments have been received from Buckingham Palace or the UK Foreign Office.