King Charles ‘might be a Muslim’, says former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani
King Charles ‘Might Be Muslim’, Says Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani
Rudy Giuliani, the ex-mayor of New York City and former legal counsel to US President Donald Trump, recently claimed that the British monarch could be Muslim. During a Monday interview on Piers Morgan’s YouTube show, Giuliani expressed concerns about Muslims “wanna take over” Britain, labeling the Quran as a “cult of death.”
Giuliani’s Comments on Monarchy and Islam
“I have people from England telling me you’re gonna be a Muslim country in 10 years,” he said, while defending the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
Giuliani suggested that the Roman Catholic Church has surpassed the Anglican Church in England, and that King Charles III might one day become the nation’s Muslim ruler. This theory has gained traction online as a widely circulated conspiracy.
Charles’s Perspective on Islam
King Charles, who leads the Church of England, is known for his respect toward Islam. He even studied Arabic to engage with the Quran directly. Previously, he highlighted the shared values of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity, noting their commonalities in monotheistic traditions.
“The guiding principle and spirit of Islamic law, taken straight from the Quran, should be those of equity and compassion,” Charles stated in a 1993 address as the Prince of Wales.
In contrast, Giuliani dismissed British Muslims as a political force seeking to reshape the country. He cited the presence of Muslim mayors, such as London’s Sadiq Khan, as evidence of growing influence. During the interview, he remarked on the increasing number of women wearing veils in London, calling it a sign of cultural shift.
Sharia Law and Cultural Influence
Giuliani argued that sharia law dominates in parts of England, despite lacking legal authority. He described it as a “cult of death,” a stark contrast to Charles’s acknowledgment of its historical and equitable aspects.
“Sharia law is a cult of death. And the Quran is a cult of death,” Giuliani asserted.
Charles, however, praised the “remarkable tolerance” of Islamic traditions and emphasized their role in shaping European history. He viewed Islam as an integral part of Britain’s cultural legacy, stating it “has helped to create modern Europe.”
Traditionalism and the King’s Beliefs
The king’s interest in Traditionalism—a 20th-century philosophy emphasizing universal truths in religion—fuels his appreciation for Islamic heritage. In a 2006 speech, he noted: “If [Traditionalists] defend the past, it is because in the pre-modern world, all civilisations were marked by the presence of the sacred.”
Giuliani’s stance on the US-Israeli war on Iran diverges from Charles’s views. While the monarch’s position remains unclear, it has been reported he privately opposed the 2003 invasion of Iraq. This highlights a contrast between Giuliani’s assertive claims and Charles’s nuanced understanding of Islamic influence.