Harry, 41, made an unannounced visit to the country on Thursday (23 April), where he urged the international community not to lose focus on the ongoing war with Russia. Speaking at the Kyiv Security Forum, he emphasized that he was “not here as a politician,” but rather as “a soldier who understands service” and a “humanitarian.”
During his speech, Harry also referenced the United States, calling on its leadership—without naming Trump directly—to uphold its global responsibilities. He said: “The United States has a singular role in this story. Not only because of its power, but because when Ukraine gave up nuclear weapons, America was part of the assurance that Ukraine’s sovereignty and borders would be respected.
“This is a moment for American leadership, a moment for America, to show that it can honour its international treaty obligations – not out of charity but out of its enduring role in global security and strategic stability.”
Trump’s Response Sparks Reaction
The remarks appeared to prompt a response from Donald Trump, 79, who dismissed Harry’s comments when questioned by reporters.