Queen Letizia's gesture breaks monarchs' long tradition of neutrality, incredible woman

Global support for Ukraine in recent days is simply incredible and very inspiring. Normally, royals are cautious about world affairs, but Spain’s Queen Letizia has decided to show her support for Ukraine. Let's see what you did. The Incredible Queen LetiziaWe also know who else has supported Ukraine.



GettyImages Letizia, Queen of Spain Royal families usually remain neutral in political matters. This is the basic principle of monarchy. However, the Russian invasion of Ukraine stirred the public. Even the monarchs did not remain silent and strongly condemned the actions of the occupiers.

Last Sunday, Philip VI violated neutrality and during his speech at the opening dinner of the Mobile World Congress, spoke about the events in Ukraine. His wife, Queen Letizia, also decided not to stand aside.

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On March 3, the Queen came out at the 10th annual Mutua Madrilena Social Projects Meeting. She expressed her support through clothing. Queen Letizia wore traditional Ukrainian shirt with colored hand embroidery. We are grateful to the wife of King Philip VI for this unambiguous message.

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Also it became known that Queen Elizabeth made a donation for Ukrainian refugees. The amount was not disclosed, but many charities called it generous.



GettyImages Prince Charles also supported Ukraine in his speech dedicated to the memory of British MP David Ames. The invasion of Ukraine is an attack on freedom and democracy. He stands in solidarity with all those who oppose this aggression.



GettyImages The Dukes of Cambridge Kate Middleton and Prince William were also not left out. They expressed their position on the official Twitter account.

In October 2020, we had the privilege to meet President Zelenskyy and the First Lady to learn of their hope and optimism for Ukraine's future.

Today we stand with the President and all of Ukraine's people as they bravely fight for that future W&C

— The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (@KensingtonRoyal) February 26, 2022



The fact that the monarchs decided not to remain silent speaks to the seriousness of the situation. We think this is a beautiful gesture that shows that you cannot violate all the rules of a democratic world with impunity. We believe that such support is now necessary for all of us.

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