What should have been an outstanding event for the Spanish monarchy was overshadowed by the attitude of Queen Letizia, who, according to press reports, once again came under fire for her bad temper.
The celebration of the Armed Forces parade, part of the National Day, was not only affected by the controversy surrounding the queen, but also by the inclement weather that made the downpour the undisputed protagonist of the day.
Just minutes before the main event began, the decision was made to cancel the aerial exhibition and the traditional parachute jump, which generated an atmosphere of uncertainty.
Although the event had started normally, the rain quickly intensified, even making it difficult for the soldiers parading at that moment to see.
The combination of water and wind was such that the king and Queen themselves, Felipe and Letizia, along with Princess Leonor, were forced to seek shelter, despite being under an awning.
What Happened to Queen Letizia at the National Day Parade?
One of the most talked-about moments of the parade occurred when Queen Letizia decided to leave her place in the royal grandstand in search of a corner where she could take shelter from the rain.
This gesture surprised Felipe, who, after the impact of the situation, met with the President of the Government and the Minister of Defense, possibly to discuss the possibility of temporarily suspending the parade until the weather conditions improved.
The image of Queen Letizia sheltered in a corner quickly went viral on social media, generating a wave of comments and speculation.
Princess Leonor approached her mother to talk to her about the anger caused by the rain. Finally, after a few minutes, Felipe and Leonor returned to their place in the grandstand, followed by Letizia, who opted to sit down to continue watching the parade.
The event concluded shortly after 12:00 noon, with the transfer of the King and Queen and the Princess of Asturias to the Royal Palace, where the traditional reception took place.
The National Day parade was marked not only by the adverse weather conditions, but also by the controversy surrounding the figure of Queen Letizia, which has generated a wide debate in public opinion about the image of the monarchy and its behavior in times of crisis.
