Prince Harry faced a blistering critique on Sky News, where GB News contributor and TV presenter Cristo Foufas labeled the Duke of Sussex as "moronic" over his ongoing security concerns. Speaking to host Danica De Giorgio, Foufas expressed irritation at reports suggesting Harry might not bring his wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, on his upcoming trip to the UK unless enhanced security is granted.
Foufas Dismisses Security Fears
Foufas pointed out that the family would be staying in a royal residence, arguing that protection would be inherent. "Of course he’ll be protected, it’s moronic to think otherwise," he fumed. He elaborated: "What does he think will happen if he's in a royal residence... Does he think that the king's security are going to leave all the doors and windows open... Of course, he's going to be protected. He's going to be in a royal residence... I imagine there'll be a few protection officers around. I imagine if he's lucky, they'll even send a car to the airport to pick him up. So, what... more does he actually want?"
Sympathy Turns to Criticism Over Memoir
While Foufas acknowledged he "always had a big bit of sympathy" for Harry, he argued that the duke had made himself a target through revelations in his memoir Spare. "He will always be the son of the king, and he did serve in the armed forces, so he'll always be a target for that reason," Foufas said. However, he added: "When he wrote his book, giving away secrets of when he was in the armed forces, thereby making himself more of a target, you just think, well, how stupid [do] you need to be! And now coming here... and he doesn't think he's going to get protection. Of course, he'll be protected. It's moronic to think otherwise."
Royal Connection as a Revenue Stream
Foufas also speculated that the security dispute might be driven by commercial motives. "I can't help but just think that all of this is through the prism of them wanting to sell us more old tat like tea towels and jam and whatever other nonsense they try and sell us on their website. Keeping that royal connection keeps those dollars flooding in, doesn't it?" he said.
Harry's Spokesperson Responds
Prince Harry's spokesperson issued a fiery statement on June 29 in response to reports about the duke's security for his upcoming UK visit. Harry has vowed to look at "all options" to allow his wife and children to accompany him, after his bid to secure enhanced security provisions was declined. The King offered his son accommodation at a royal residence during the trip, and the Sussexes initially confirmed they would take up the offer for part of their stay. However, it was later revealed that no such confirmation had been made to the Palace. The Sun reported that Harry did not feel it was safe to bring his children to the UK after being told he would not be permitted armed protection during his stay. Despite this, the trip is going ahead as planned, with Harry hoping to bring his family as initially intended.
