DenmarkEuropean Royals

Princess Marie celebrates the centenary of one of her closest patronages

Princess Marie travelled back to Denmark from Paris to attend the service in celebration of DanChurchAid’s 100th anniversary. Her Royal Highness took part in a church service officiated by Bishop Peter Skov-Jakobsen at Our Lady’s Church. The service also saw the presence of Copenhagen’s Boys Choir that sang DanChurchAid’s anniversary song for the first time.  The service was…
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Spain

Infanta Cristina's husband out on parole

Infanta Cristina’s husband, Iñaki Urdangarín, has been granted parole and will now be able to enjoy conditions that are still undisclosed.  Urgandarín was granted this privilege after successful participation in the Intervention Program for Economic Crimes (Programa…
Sweden

King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden issues strong criticism of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

The Swedish king has strongly condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine. King Carl Gustaf did this in full military uniform during a visit to a regiment in Karlsborg on March 7th 2022. The speech was held as he presided over the handover of a new standard to the Life Regiment’s Hussars K3 in Karlsborg. The King said: “Europe is in an extremely difficult situation. More difficult than in a…
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European RoyalsThe Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander's office to donate ticket profits to Ukraine relief fund

The Royal Palace in Amsterdam has launched an initiative to support Ukrainians during this difficult time. All profits made from entrance tickets on Sunday, 6 March will be donated to Giro555, a Dutch organisation that collects relief funds and volunteers for crisis situations.  The initiative is part of a nationwide campaign within the cultural sector called “H-art for Ukraine”…
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European RoyalsSpain

Queen Letizia uses fashion to show support for Ukraine

At an event on Thursday, 3 March, Queen Letizia of Spain used fashion to make a statement in support of Ukraine. While Letizia and other female royals are often watched for their fashion choices, this look has gone beyond supporting national designers and has made a political statement. At a meeting at the Mutua Madrilena Foundation Grants for Social Projects in Madrid, Letizia paired a…
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