Uganda pulls out of Invictus Games amid 'Harry-Meghan nonsense'
Uganda has withdrawn from the Invictus Games, citing a desire to avoid conflict with King Charles III amid ongoing tensions involving Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The decision was announced by the Ugandan military chief, who expressed loyalty to the British monarch.
Why it matters
This move illustrates how personal royal family dynamics can influence international diplomatic and sporting relations.
Uganda has withdrawn from Prince Harry's Invictus Games, with the African nation's military chief saying it would not participate in anything without King Charles' approval. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba announced the withdrawal on social media, saying Uganda did not want to be seen as opposing the King amid ongoing royal tensions. “In order not to be construed as being opposed to His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom, whom we deeply revere, Uganda hereby withdraws from the Invictus Games," Kainerugaba said. "We shall not participate in anything that does not have His Majesty’s approval." Kainerugaba, who is the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, reportedly told The Times the decision was connected to ongoing tensions surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex. "I have factions in the Ministry of Defence that support that Harry-Meghan nonsense. I had to quash it straight away. I support the monarch.
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