Harry and the royal family: a six-year feud

Prince Harry and his family have made a surprising return to the United Kingdom from the United States, potentially signaling a thaw in a six-year rift with the royal family. The move, reported by UK media, comes after a period of self-imposed exile following a public dispute that erupted in 2020.

The royal dispute's key moments trace back to 2019, when Harry and Meghan Markle began legal action against British tabloids. Harry spoke of tensions with his brother, Prince William, in a documentary, while Meghan detailed her struggles with royal life. The following year, the couple announced their intention to step back from royal duties, seeking financial independence and a divided life between the UK and North America.

Queen Elizabeth II did not approve the arrangement as proposed, leading to an agreement where Harry and Meghan relinquished their Royal Highness titles, lost police protection, and public funding. They relocated to Canada before settling in California, signing lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify. A significant escalation occurred in March 2021 with an interview with Oprah Winfrey, where Meghan spoke of suicidal thoughts and the couple alleged racist remarks from a royal family member regarding their son's skin color.

Further strain appeared after Queen Elizabeth II's death in September 2022, when Harry traveled to Scotland alone. Although he later appeared with William and Catherine to greet the public in Windsor, the interaction was reportedly minimal. The release of the Netflix documentary "Harry" in December 2022 added another layer to the ongoing narrative.