The Prince of Wales made a surprise trip to Poland’s border with Ukraine this week as Russia continues its onslaught.
Prince William visits the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Warsaw
She used Russian-style naming customs to mock the prince while referencing the UK supplying Ukraine with uranium shells for Challenger 2 tanks.
She said: “I wonder if William Charles-ovich brought depleted uranium ammunition for his troops.”
It’s not the first time Russian propagandists has seized on William’s trip to Poland, as yesterday Ms Zakharova implied British troops were not only supporting Ukrainians, but were actively involved in the fighting.
She quoted from an article on Tatler magazine’s website, which described William visiting “British and Polish troops involved in the war in Ukraine”, adding that this statement this statement “completely dispels any doubts, if anyone has them, whether Britain and Poland are involved parties.”
While in the Polish capital Warsaw, William was greeted with cheers and crowds of royal well-wishers, even posing for pictures with some.
William meeting royal fans in Poland (Image: Getty)
William was a very popular attraction in Warsaw (Image: Getty)
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He also visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier where he laid a wreath with the handwritten note: “In memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”
During his trip to the Eastern European nation he had a “warm and friendly” meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, who will be at the King’s Coronation in May.
William’s visit to Rzeszow in the south east of the country to meet with British soldiers was kept secret until he had already left and arrived in Warsaw due to the security risk.
Putin has insulted Prince William on his trip to Poland (Image: Getty)
William paid tribute to all those fighting for Ukraine (Image: Getty)
He said he wanted to thank them in person for “keeping everyone safe” and “keeping an eye on what’s going on.
“So, just a big thank you for what you do on a day-to-day basis.
“You’re doing a really important job out here and defending our freedoms is really important, and everyone back home thoroughly supports you.”
The prince lays a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Image: Getty)
“Our nations have strong ties. Through our co-operation in support of the people of Ukraine and their freedom, which are also our freedoms and yours, these ties are further strengthened.
“I’m here because I want to personally thank the Polish and British troops working in close and crucial partnership.
“I also want to pay tribute to the inspiring humanity of the Polish people. You have opened your hearts as much as your homes.”
King Charles himself has said he wants to visit Ukraine again “before I get too old”.
Speaking as he officially opened the new European Bank for Reconstruction and Development Headquarters, the monarch said: “I must go again before I get too old. I would like the chance to see Ukraine again.”
Source: EXPRESS CO UK
