Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has made a surprise visit to Kyiv in a strong show of solidarity with Ukraine’s wounded service members. The trip highlights his ongoing commitment through the Invictus Games Foundation to help those who have suffered life changing injuries in war.
Arriving by overnight train, Harry was welcomed by Ukrainian officials and later met with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko. He visited the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War before spending time with veterans receiving rehabilitation. Around 200 Ukrainian soldiers are expected to take part in programs supported by Invictus, reflecting Harry’s belief that sport and recovery go hand in hand.
The Duke remarked that while he cannot stop the war, he is determined to support the recovery process for those who have sacrificed. His visit also aligns with Ukraine’s bid to host the Invictus Games in 2029, a plan that gained fresh momentum with his presence.
This marks his second trip to Ukraine in 2025, following an earlier visit to Lviv to meet injured soldiers and displaced families. The Kyiv stop also came shortly after a four day stay in the United Kingdom, where he met King Charles III in London for the first time in over a year and a half, hinting at a possible reconciliation within the royal family.
For Ukraine, the visit underscores international solidarity and the importance of rehabilitation for its soldiers. For Prince Harry, it continues a journey that began with his own military service and has grown into a global mission of healing and resilience.