Prince William and Kate delete 7/7 tribute post after awkward social media blunder

Prince William and Princess Kate have deleted a tribute to the victims of the 7/7 terror attacks after an awkward social media blunder. The message, posted on the @KensingtonRoyal account on X, began with the words 'And copy' before a tribute was shared remembering the victims of the attack 20 years ago.

The post then went on to read: "Remembering the victims of the 7/7 attacks on this 20 year anniversary by joining survivors and bereaved families at the Memorial Gardens in Hyde Park this afternoon." Shortly after the first post was deleted, Kensington Palace reposted the message but without "And copy".

The 43-year-old joined survivors of the London bombings and families of the victims for a moving service at the memorial gardens in Hyde Park this afternoon, to mark the 20th anniversary of the tragedy.

On July 7, 2005, four bombs were detonated on three underground train stations and a double-decker bus during London's morning rush hour.

The tragedy killed 52 people and injuring more than 770 others.

During his solo appearance today, William was one of the last of the 500 guests to take his seat. To match the moving occasion, the royal sported a dark navy suit and tie.

Speaking of the royal's attendance, Gerald Oppenheim, who is the chairman of the London Bombing Relief Charitable Fund, said: "We appreciate all you and members of the Royal Family do for survivors of the 7/7 attacks."

He also took the time to thank the King for his powerful statement released earlier on Monday - as well as the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh for attending the service at St Paul's Cathedral in which a minute's silence was observed.

At the end of the service, William was spotted laying a bouquet of bright orange flowers on the plaque.

After the hour-long service, the Prince joined the survivors and the families of the victims for a private reception at a tea tent some 100 yards from the memorial.