Prince Harry's Victim Role Sparks Criticism Yet Again

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle find themselves once more at the center of controversy as they face criticism for what's perceived as an attempt to overshadow the struggles of real war victims. The outspoken television presenter, Piers Morgan, did not mince words as he labeled the Duke of Suss*x a "spoiled twerp." This scathing assessment comes in response to Harry's recent revelations in his Netflix documentary series, "Heart of Invictus." Morgan squarely aimed his criticism at Harry's assertions that he lacked a reliable support network following his service in Afghanistan.

The Duke's comments, veiled critiques at his own family and the British government, did not sit well with Morgan. The presenter voiced his exasperation at what he sees as Harry once again assuming the role of a victim, even drawing parallels to the Duke's military service.

The younger son of King Charles III shared that upon returning from his 2008 deployment in Afghanistan, he felt a glaring absence of a dependable "support network." He also linked his war experiences to unresolved trauma stemming from the loss of his mother, Princess Diana, when he was just 12 years old.

These revelations were met with a mix of skepticism and criticism.

Questioning Harry's Shifting Narrative

Morgan took to the platform formerly known as Twitter, now referred to as X, to voice his thoughts on the matter. He referred to Harry's shifting recollections, highlighting the inconsistency between Harry's current statements and his previous acknowledgment of his brother's support in dealing with mental health challenges.

The 58-year-old journalist remarked, "Is the narrative changing again? It's frustrating to witness this privileged individual consistently adopting the role of the victim." Harry's latest documentary project, "Heart of Invictus," delves into the lives of athletes globally as they prepare for the Invictus Games—a sporting event established by the Duke in 2014 for wounded and ill military personnel and veterans, in the style of the Paralympics.

In one of the five episodes, former service personnel candidly discuss the toll of war on their mental well-being. However, royal commentator Angela Levin took a critical stance on Harry's narrative surrounding mental health.

She questioned his continuous emphasis on his personal struggles, stating, "Many have faced mental health challenges. Prince Harry is no exception, but his ceaseless complaints about his life raise eyebrows." The couple's media spotlight has once again ignited debate, leaving many to question their intentions and the broader implications of their actions on the public stage.