Palace: Prince Andrew gives up military titles, patronages

Britain’s Prince Andrew, Duke of York. File photo / REUTERS

LONDON, United Kingdom — Queen Elizabeth II’s second son Prince Andrew, who is facing a US civil case for sexual assault, has given up his honorary military and charitable roles, Buckingham Palace said on Thursday.

“With The Queen’s approval and agreement, The Duke of York’s military affiliations and Royal patronages have been returned to The Queen,” a statement said.

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