Prince William mourns five park rangers killed in a militia attack on Congo’s Upemba National Park.

Prince William has expressed profound sorrow over the deaths of five park staff members in an armed attack on Upemba National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where militia forces raided the park’s headquarters, causing destruction and looting. In a statement released March 6, 2026, the Prince of Wales honored the bravery of conservation workers, highlighting the growing dangers they face globally. He extended condolences to the victims’ families and reaffirmed his commitment to wildlife protection, referencing his 2025 documentary *Guardians*, which spotlighted rangers’ critical and perilous work. The Congolese Institute for the Conservation of Nature confirmed the attack and the loss of life.