Prince William honours fallen humanitarian aid workers at historic memorial

Prince William has paid an emotional tribute to humanitarian aid workers as he officially opened the world’s first permanent humanitarian memorial in London.

The Prince of Wales, 43, joined the Humanitarian Memorial Committee at the unveiling of the Global Humanitarian Memorial, created by artist Michael Landy. 

“Rather than running away from danger, discomfort and hunger, these incredibly brave men and women stay behind to bring whatever respite, compassion and care they can to those who need it the most,” he said in his speech. 

The prince also met families of fallen aid workers who lost their lives in Gaza, Sudan, Haiti, Myanmar and beyond, calling them “selfless individuals.” 

He condemned their deaths as a “cruel affront to international humanitarian principles.”

Closing his remarks, William reflected as both a public servant and a father: “I hope this memorial is a place of contemplation and education, where future generations learn about the remarkable men and women who endanger their lives every day to help others.”

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