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Harry warns of 'deeply troubling' rise in antisemitism in the UK
Prince Harry warns of a deeply troubling rise in antisemitism in the UK, linking it to a series of attacks on Jewish sites and calls for clearer boundaries between protest and prejudice. He urges unity against antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate and stresses that hostility toward a people is not protest.
Why It Matters
The statement frames antisemitism as a public safety and societal issue that requires accountability and proactive efforts to protect Jewish communities.
Timeline
3 Events
Prince Harry's New Statesman op-ed on antisemitism and unity
May 14, 2026
In an opinion piece for the New Statesman titled 'my fears for a divided kingdom', Prince Harry argued that legitimate protest against state actions can exist alongside hostility toward Jewish communities, warned against mischaracterising criticism, and called for unity to confront antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate.
Stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green, London
April 29, 2026
Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, north London.
2005 Nazi uniform incident and apology
2005
In 2005 Prince Harry wore a Nazi uniform to a fancy dress party with a 'Native and Colonial' theme, drawing heavy criticism; he publicly apologized, saying it was a poor choice of costume.