A group of 50 veterans from 10 countries participating in the upcoming Invictus Games in Canada has sent a stern warning to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, advising them to steer clear of the event.
In a leaked letter to the media, the veterans accused the couple of exploiting the Games for personal and financial gain, as well as tarnishing the reputation of the royal family and the military community.
The letter expressed deep disappointment and disgust towards the couple’s actions and statements since relinquishing their royal duties and relocating to the U.S. with their children.
It criticized Prince Harry and Meghan Markle for allegedly using the platform of the Games, originally established by Prince Harry and Princess Catherine in 2014 as a Paralympics-style event for wounded service personnel and veterans, to further their own brand and business ventures with Netflix and Spotify.
Furthermore, the veterans condemned the couple for disparaging the royal family and British press during their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey last year.
The allegations made during the interview, including accusations of racism, lack of support, and isolation within the royal family, were deemed as disrespectful and damaging by the veterans.
The letter emphasized a sense of betrayal and abandonment felt by the veterans towards Prince Harry, whom they once regarded as a fellow champion of their cause.
It highlighted a perceived disconnect between Prince Harry’s current actions and the values and ethos of the military that he had previously embodied.
Expressing concern that the presence of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the Games, scheduled for September 2024 in Toronto, would detract from the event’s purpose of honoring and supporting veterans and their families, the veterans made a plea for the couple to respect their wishes and refrain from attending.
Despite the backlash and criticism sparked by the letter, with accusations of greed, selfishness, and hypocrisy leveled against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the couple has yet to respond directly.
Sources close to them have refuted the claims of exploitation and betrayal, defending their commitment to social justice, mental health, and environmental causes through various projects and initiatives.
As the controversy looms over the upcoming Invictus Games, set to be the sixth edition of the event featuring 500 athletes from 20 nations competing in 12 adaptive sports, the focus remains on celebrating the resilience and spirit of veterans and their families.
The Games are anticipated to draw a diverse audience and serve as a platform for reconciliation and healing between Prince Harry and the veterans, amidst a shared history and bond.
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