Prince William’s comment about ‘alien’ Ukraine conflict sparked backlash for this reason

Several outlets picked up a misquote made by the Duke of Cambridge during his visit to the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in London.

"Everyone is horrified by what they are seeing," said the 39-year-old during the couple’s visit. "It’s really horrifying. The news every day, it’s just, it’s almost unfathomable. For our generation, it’s very alien to see this in Europe. We’re all right behind you. We’re thinking about you. We feel so useless."

Shortly after William’s statement, several outlets picked up a misquote that reportedly came from a reporter inside the event. It implied that William, who is heir to the British throne, actually said that the British were more used to seeing conflict in Africa and Asia, noting "It’s very alien to see this in Europe. We are all behind you."