Harry Returns to the UK for Legal Battle
On Sunday, Harry, the Duke of Sussex, was spotted at Heathrow Airport, returning to the UK. This was not for a family visit but for a legal battle. This is one of the many cases he has been losing.
Interestingly, as soon as Harry landed, his father, Charles, flew off to Italy. It almost seemed like he was trying to avoid meeting his son.
The Security Struggle
When Harry stepped down from royal duties and moved to the U.S., he was stripped of his high-level security in February 2020. His 24/7 armed protection in the UK was removed. 
Although Harry moved his family to the U.S. and rarely returns, he still wanted to enjoy the royal security when in the UK. He felt he deserved it since he is the sixth-in-line to the throne. Harry claims that he left the royal family because they didn’t protect him, and he was forced to leave for his physical and mental safety.
The Lawsuit Against the Government
Harry was unhappy about the decision to cut his security and filed a lawsuit. The royal security service is funded by British taxpayers.
However, Harry has been losing the case for years. In 2022, he reluctantly agreed to pay for his own security, but he still demanded the highest level of protection. This request was denied because of his status as a former royal.
High Court Ruling in 2024
In February 2024, the UK High Court ruled that the government had the right to cancel Harry’s security after he stepped down from royal duties.
Once again, Harry lost the case, spending almost £1 million on legal fees. But he is still not giving up. Harry is appealing, hoping to overturn the decision. He traveled 5,000 miles to attend the Royal Court hearing for two days.
Harry’s Lawyer’s Statement
Harry’s lawyer stated that Harry and Meghan’s departure from the UK in 2020 was “forced.” They also argued that after losing his security, Harry felt “singled out” and given “inferior treatment.”
The judge’s decision on this matter is still pending.
Charles’ Visit to Italy
Just hours after Harry arrived in London, Charles and Camilla flew to Rome for a four-day visit. This trip was quite official and high-profile.
Charles met with President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, becoming the first British monarch to address the Italian Parliament.
Charles and Camilla also attended various events, including joint flyovers with the Italian Air Force and the British Royal Air Force. They also celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in Rome.
The Family Rift
Charles and Harry have not spoken in 14 months. The last time they met was when Charles was diagnosed with cancer in February last year.
Charles has expressed frustration with Harry’s ongoing lawsuits against the British government. Harry even tried to manipulate Charles emotionally, saying he would not allow him to see his children unless his security was reinstated. This worsened their already strained relationship.
Harry’s Charity Conflict
Recently, Harry’s charity, Sentebale, which he founded in honor of his late mother, Princess Diana, also turned against him. There was a conflict between Harry and the current chairperson, Chanda Uka.
Harry and other board members resigned, hoping to force Uka out. They issued a public statement to make it seem like they were forced out. However, Uka quickly retaliated, claiming the real reason for their disagreement was her refusal to be used as a PR tool for Harry and Meghan.
Many potential donors stopped contributing to Sentebale due to Harry and Meghan’s negative public image. Some even believed that Harry’s departure from the charity might improve things.
Conclusion
Harry’s situation continues to spiral. He feels isolated and believes the world is against him. His struggles with the British government and family continue. Whether he will ever reconcile with his father, Charles, remains uncertain.
