Prince Harry warns of rising antisemitism in UK, reflects on past mistakes
Prince Harry has spoken out about what he describes as a “deeply troubling” rise in antisemitism across the United Kingdom, while also acknowledging his own past errors.
In a new article published in the New Statesman, the Duke of Sussex said he is “acutely aware” of his previous mistakes as he addressed growing concerns over attacks targeting Jewish communities.
He referenced recent violent incidents in cities such as Manchester and London, which have contributed to heightened concerns and a rise in the national terror threat level to “severe” for the first time in five years.
Harry urged protesters responding to events in the Middle East to be clear that their anger should not be directed at Jewish people, stressing that hostility toward an entire community is unjustifiable.
Reflecting on his personal history, he revisited the controversy surrounding a 2005 incident in which he wore a Nazi costume at a themed party, saying he has since taken responsibility and learned from it.
He wrote that such experiences now shape his belief in accountability and clarity, especially at a time when misinformation and division are increasing.
While acknowledging “deep and justified alarm” over the humanitarian situation in Gaza and Lebanon, he emphasized that legitimate political criticism should never translate into hatred against religious or ethnic groups.
Harry concluded that breaking cycles of hatred requires responsibility and a refusal to justify injustice with further harm.
