PM Apologises for Leaving D-Day Commemorations Early

PM Apologises for Leaving D-Day Commemorations Early

Keywords: Boris Johnson, D-Day, World War II, apology, commemorations

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has apologized for leaving the D-Day commemorations in France early.

Johnson left the event in Portsmouth on Wednesday to return to London for a Cabinet meeting. His decision was met with criticism from some, who felt that he should have stayed for the entire ceremony.

In a statement, Johnson said that he “deeply” regretted having to leave the commemorations early. He said that he had been “honoured” to attend the event and that he “greatly valued” the opportunity to meet with veterans and their families.

Johnson added that he had “every intention” of staying for the entire ceremony, but that he had been “called away” due to “urgent business” in London.

The D-Day commemorations mark the anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, which was a turning point in World War II. The event is typically attended by world leaders and veterans of the invasion.

Johnson’s apology is likely to be welcomed by some, but it is also likely to be criticized by those who believe that he should have stayed for the entire ceremony.