Princess Leonor paraded at the General Air and Space Academy in San Javier with her fourth-year classmates during one of the most symbolic acts of her military training: the flag ceremony.
A moment of great institutional significance. However, something that is becoming a regular occurrence happened again: Zarzuela did not release official images of the event.
What reactions has this decision sparked on social media?
The lack of photographs did not go unnoticed. On the contrary, clear and rather direct criticism emerged on social media.
Some users described the decision as “despicable,” while others referred to it as “absolute secrecy,” particularly considering that the heiress’s image typically enhances the Royal Household’s visibility on official channels. The general feeling was one of bewilderment, rather than simple anger.
The Monarquía Confidencial website consulted sources close to Zarzuela, and the response was clear. It’s a new way of doing things. The Royal Household believes it is best to keep the princess and the infanta out of the public eye.
Even when compared to other monarchies, such as Denmark or the Netherlands, the stance remains the same: they leave no room for error and prefer that public exposure be at the discretion of the monarchs, and only when they deem it appropriate.
This is where, as a royal observer, I pause for a moment. I understand the need for protection, but it’s also reasonable to question a strategy that conflicts with public interest in key events involving the heiress.