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Evening Standard
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Margaret Abrams

Harry and Meghan address coronavirus pandemic with new Instagram post

Harry and Meghan have addressed the coronavirus pandemic on Instagram with a new post and lengthy caption assuring their followers that we're in this together in the coming days.

On the Sussex Royal account, they released a message that read, "These are uncertain times. And now, more than ever, we need each other. We need each other for truth, for support, and to feel less alone during a time that can honestly feel quite scary."

Instead of an image, they shared one of their now-signature inspiring text quotes.

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These are uncertain times. And now, more than ever, we need each other. We need each other for truth, for support, and to feel less alone during a time that can honestly feel quite scary. There are so many around the world who need support right now, who are working tirelessly to respond to this crisis behind the scenes, on the frontline, or at home. Our willingness, as a people, to step up in the face of what we are all experiencing with COVID-19 is awe-inspiring. This moment is as true a testament there is to the human spirit. We often speak of compassion. All of our lives are in some way affected by this, uniting each of us globally. How we approach each other and our communities with empathy and kindness is indisputably important right now. Over the coming weeks, this will be our guiding principle. We will be sharing information and resources to help all of us navigate the uncertainty: from posting accurate information and facts from trusted experts, to learning about measures we can take to keep ourselves and our families healthy, to working with organisations that can support our mental and emotional well-being. In addition, we will focus on the inspiring stories of how so many of you around the world are connecting in ways big and small to lift all of us up. We are all in this together, and as a global community we can support each other through this process – and build a digital neighbourhood that feels safe for every one of us. We look forward to sharing more over the days and weeks to come...

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They go on to explain, "There are so many around the world who need support right now, who are working tirelessly to respond to this crisis behind the scenes, on the frontline, or at home. Our willingness, as a people, to step up in the face of what we are all experiencing with COVID-19 is awe-inspiring. This moment is as true a testament there is to the human spirit."

They plan on sharing more information and promise to post "accurate information and facts from trusted experts" as well as "learning about measures we can take to keep ourselves and our families healthy." As always, they're going to continue their work with mental health organizations. to working with organisations that can support our mental and emotional well-being.

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In the end, they promise their followers, "We are all in this together, and as a global community we can support each other through this process – and build a digital neighbourhood that feels safe for every one of us."

Their fans seemed pleased with the response. One said, "A new photo of Archie would lift our spirits beyond measure," and another echoed their encouraging message, writing, "We are in this together, and we will become even stronger! Keep safe everyone!"

They are currently reportedly back in Canada, which has been impacted by the pandemic. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife tested positive for the virus.

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