Bearing the royal mantle brings more than just prestige; it is a world of both glory and peril. When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepped away from their royal roles in 2020, the reasons behind their decision were multifaceted. Some attributed it to Markle, while the Duke himself confessed to grappling with mental health challenges. Yet, a critical factor was the looming security risk that compelled them to depart their regal abode in the UK and seek refuge in California.

Once more, the specter of security concerns haunts the Duke as he testifies in court. Furthermore, citing the safety worries for his family during their visits to the UK.

Prince Harry testifies: Safety concerns during UK visits

During a three-day hearing in London, Prince Harry stood firm about his family’s safety. Particularly, when they set foot on British soil. He made it crystal clear that ensuring his children’s safety was paramount, even if it meant stepping away from his royal duties in 2020. This was the very reason why he relocated to the United States. Despite having strong ties to the UK, the Duke could not shake off the concern of providing a secure environment for his family during their visits.

The Duke’s legal team vehemently opposed a decision made by the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royalty and Public Figures (RAVEC) in February 2020. This revoked Prince Harry’s automatic UK police security rights. As per People, despite him offering to bear the costs, RAVEC rejected the plea. More so, they cited his altered royal status and overseas residence as reasons. The discussions highlighted Prince Harry’s concerns about his family’s safety in the UK.

Amidst the ongoing security strife faced by the royal couple, tensions in the royal family escalated further, with Prince William purportedly enacting a calculated strategy, as disclosed by insider sources.

Royal family tensions escalate

In the intricate web of royal tensions, Prince William was purportedly plotting a strategic move to bar the royal couple from the heart of the Royal Family. As the heir to the throne, Prince William envisioned no place for his brother within the monarchy. Sources hinted at an estranged relationship between Prince Charles and the Duke of Sussex. Also, Prince Charles III did not lend an invite for his birthday to the royal couple, courtesy of Prince William as per sources.

As per GB News, alleged discord among the royal brothers severed communication. Furthermore, it left Prince Charles as the sole optimist for a reunion. Meanwhile, Prince of Wales remained steadfast in his opposition to the return of Prince Harry and Markle to royal life. Since their departure from royal duties in 2020, the Sussexes have openly criticized the monarchy. This has led to a noticeable dip in their popularity among the British populace.

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