Prince Harry Loses UK Security Appeal, Deepening Royal Rift

Prince Harry recently lost his latest legal challenge to reinstate state-funded security protection when visiting the United Kingdom, a decision that has further complicated his relationship with the British royal family and his ability to bring his children to his homeland.

The Duke of Sussex had been fighting to overturn a February 2020 decision by the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royalty and Public Figures (RAVEC) that removed his automatic right to police protection in the UK after he stepped back from royal duties.

Following the court ruling, Prince Harry expressed "devastation" at not being able to safely bring his family to the UK. His wife, Meghan Markle, appeared to show subtle support by sharing a family photo after the decision was announced.

In a recent BBC interview that stirred controversy, Prince Harry had expressed desire for reconciliation with his father, King Charles. However, according to a source quoted in The Times, "It's not that the King won't speak to Prince Harry — it's that he can't," citing fears that private conversations might be leaked.

The situation appears further complicated by constitutional constraints. A royal insider revealed that King Charles could not intervene in Prince Harry's security case due to "constitutional impropriety," addressing Harry's apparent feeling of being cut off from support.

Palace insiders also told ITV News that the late Queen Elizabeth would have been "truly horrified" by Prince Harry's BBC interview, particularly his comments regarding King Charles's health and the ongoing security dispute.

The security situation is not unique to Prince Harry, as several other non-working royals including Prince Andrew, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, and Zara Tindall also do not receive round-the-clock police protection in the UK.