Prince William and Kate Middleton joined the cause of humanitarian aid for earthquake victims in the Middle East. The royal couple visited the Hayes Muslim Center, where a team of volunteers is working hard to provide assistance to those affected in Turkey and Syria.
Despite rumors of infidelity surrounding the relationship, the royal couple seemed to be closer than ever to help the victims.
Kate Middleton wears headscarf to meet relief workers at Muslim center https://t.co/emWaJ7mfiJ pic.twitter.com/zIO1Ja8KmD
— Page Six (@PageSix) March 9, 2023
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While at the center, Kate Middleton made a culturally insensitive mistake that did not go unnoticed. When she attempted to greet one of the organization’s leaders, she extended her hand for a handshake, which is not appropriate in Muslim culture.
The host shook his head in rejection, but the Princess reacted quickly, lowered her hand and apologized to the leader of the organization.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have met earthquake aid workers, as well as fundraisers from the Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal https://t.co/8xyWy2cBPY pic.twitter.com/lHJtJKOq4t
— Sky News (@SkyNews) March 9, 2023
Despite the incident, the Prince and Princess of Wales demonstrated their commitment to the cause, highlighting the importance of humanitarian aid in times of need. Through their Twitter account, the royal couple had previously expressed their support and solidarity towards the earthquake victims, stating that the images were “heartbreaking and that they were ready to provide help in any way possible.”