Today, my family and I attended the liturgy and memorial service at the Church of St. George in Oplenac to mark the anniversary of the passing of my grandfather, the late King Peter II.

My grandfather, King Peter II, stands as a symbol of sacrifice and unwavering devotion to his people during one of the most challenging periods in our history. The upheavals before and after the Second World War, which brought immense suffering, left him not only as a young and newly enthroned king in exile but also as a witness to brutal political and ideological shifts. King Peter II became a victim of those who, in the name of new ideologies, sought to erase monarchist values and the memory of the past. His struggle to preserve integrity and honour, even when forced into prolonged exile by the communists, remains a testament to his courage and enduring connection to his people. Today, we remember his sacrifice and are reminded that the values he championed – love of homeland, faith, and unity – are eternal.

Joining me at the liturgy and memorial service in Oplenac were my brother, Prince Alexander, my wife, Princess Danica, my son, Prince Stefan, and my daughter, Princess Marija.