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Prince Phillip under fire after latest gaffe

He stunned a crowd at Sandringham with a “terrorist” comment.
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There are claims the Duke of Edinburgh pointed out a bearded man and asked if he was a terrorist.

The 96 year-old royal is said to have made the gaffe at a New Year’s Eve service at St Mary Magdalene church.

“Philip was wishing lots of people a Happy New Year and then he spotted this guy with his distinctive beard,” said an onlooker.

“He pointed at him in a funny way and turned to one of his royal bodyguards, saying: “Is that a terrorist?”

“He was obviously having a little joke, but he said it within earshot of the man who burst out laughing and appeared to find the whole thing hilarious. I think Philip knew he was going to be overheard. I’m sure Philip didn’t mean any harm.”

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The Duke of Edinburgh retired from public duties in 2017.

Buckingham Palace has refused to comment.

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