The prince and princess' testimony of racism in the British court has attracted a great deal of attention, and the whole world has been waiting for the royal family's comments.

Now Buckingham Palace has chosen to speak for the first time since the interview was broadcast on Monday night Swedish time.

"The whole family is saddened to learn of how challenging Harry and Meghan have been in recent years," said Queen Elizabeth II in a statement from Buckingham Palace.

Will be handled privately

The Royal Family issued the statement on Tuesday evening, and emphasizes that the problems and accusations of racism will now be dealt with privately, reports AP.

“The topics covered, especially those related to race, are worrying.

Although some memories may differ, this is taken very seriously and will be handled by the family privately, "Buckingham Palace wrote in the statement.

"Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be very beloved family members," Buckingham Palace writes.

The text is updated