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Prince Harry continues to receive zero sympathy from outraged social media users over his efforts to restore his protection privileges. The Duke of Sussex and his family lost their taxpayers-funded police protection after stepping down as working royals in 2020. It seems Harry didn’t think the decision through, as he now regrets the lack of state-funded security in the UK.
The Duke won the right to appeal the UK government’s decision to revoke his protection privileges. His legal victory resulted in a closed two-day hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice in London last week. PEOPLE recently obtained a summary of the closed session, capturing Harry’s arguments to reinstate his taxpayer-funded security.
The former working royal argued that his life was in danger, citing threats from Al Qaeda. Harry’s attorney, Shaheed Fatima, alleged the terrorist organization pushed for the prince’s murder after his security was downgraded in 2020. The barrister noted Harry’s security learned Al Qaeda had released a message saying his “assassination would please the Muslim community.”
The Alleged Threats to Prince Harry’s Life Stemmed From His Past Military Activities
Al Qaeda’s threats reportedly stemmed from Harry’s past military activities with the British Army. He served two tours in Afghanistan and brought the public’s attention to it through his tell-all memoir, Spare. The Duke recounted his experiences in the book, from combat operations to shocking claims about his kill count.
Critics on X argued this revelation was to blame for Al Qaeda’s threats, and they spared Harry no sympathy. Someone implied he dug his own grave, claiming he knew the outcome was “inevitable” with his memoir’s confessions. “He did it deliberately imo. They’re failing in the US, they want back,” they quipped.
Another echoed similar sentiments, wondering why Harry revealed his kill count and trashed the British family in his book. “He is the one delusional and wanting US and UK to have taxpayers pay for his security. So sick of them!” the X user added. A third agreed, stressing that Harry’s security problems resulted from his “poor judgment.” They implied the Duke should suck it up and lay in the bed he made.
Prince Harry Sparks Outrage Over Entitled Behavior
This isn’t the first time Harry’s appeal has sparked criticism, with his body language sending critics into a heated frenzy. We covered the drama, reporting his court appearance had many believing he was an entitled child in a grown man’s body. The Duke expressed different expressions during the hearing, from displeasure to shock and feeling overwhelmed. One moment captured him tossing his pen in exasperation while pulling “a face expressing disbelief.”
As stated, his body language got people talking, with critics sharing their reactions on Reddit. “The Manbaby is throwing a tantrum. So what else is new??? Did he not get a jar of Meghan’s Scamjam too?” someone teased. Another echoed similar sentiments, comparing Harry to a little boy who angrily chucks his toys. A third found the Duke’s defense hilarious, claiming he believed showing up in court would get him what he wanted.
Prince Harry’s fate remains undecided as a ruling is expected in the coming weeks. Will he emerge victorious?
