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Germans Outraged as Prince Harry’s Helicopter Tour of Germany Comes at Taxpayers’ Expense
Prince Harry's upcoming visit to Germany for the Invictus Games has stirred controversy as he will be privately transported around the country in a helicopter, with German taxpayers footing the bill.
This move raises eyebrows, considering Harry and his wife Meghan Markle's supposed commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2030.
As part of his promotional efforts for the Invictus Games, Harry is set to appear on a German version of Match of the Day, a popular late-night TV show that typically discusses and analyzes Bundesliga football matches.
However, instead of focusing on football, the Prince will discuss the Invictus Games, which will be held in the city of Dusseldorf.
Joining him in this live chat on Saturday night will be German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, as well as three competitors from the Games.
The TV studio interview, hosted by Katrin Müller-Hoyenstein and Sven Voss, will delve into the event created by Harry specifically for wounded, injured, and disabled veterans.
After the opening ceremony of the Games, Harry is expected to fly by helicopter, provided by the German military, to the ZDF studios in Mainz for the interview.
It is worth noting that the German military is hosting the week-long event, involving teams from 21 different countries.
While this arrangement may seem lavish, it is important to highlight that the German taxpayers are covering the expenses of Prince Harry's helicopter tour around the country.
This revelation has sparked backlash, with some Germans expressing their intention to boo Harry upon his arrival.
Some even took to Twitter to voice their discontent, emphasizing that they will not hesitate to express their disapproval.
Furthermore, there are concerns about language barriers during the TV interview.
It is unlikely that Harry speaks German fluently enough to conduct a seamless conversation, which may necessitate the need for an interpreter.
This additional cost adds to the already mounting criticism surrounding the visit.
Ironically, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made a public commitment during the COP26 in Glasgow last year, announcing their goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2030 through their organization Archwell.
However, with their extravagant travel arrangements, including flying by helicopter, some argue that they are merely paying a carbon tax to offset their emissions rather than actively working towards the 2030 target.
This entire situation has led to accusations of hypocrisy and has further fueled the ongoing debate surrounding climate change.
Critics argue that those who claim to be champions of the environment while engaging in practices that contribute to its degradation only undermine their credibility.
Prince Harry is scheduled to arrive in Germany on Saturday morning and will attend an event at Dusseldorf Town Hall, where he will have the honor of signing the golden book reserved for VIP guests.
