Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are set to visit the UK this week, sparking familiar narratives of family tension and potential reconciliation. The couple, along with their children Archie, seven, and Lilibet, five, are returning for events related to the Invictus Games and other charity engagements.

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Nightmare

Initially, the Duchess of Sussex was expected to accompany her husband for the entire trip. However, security concerns have led to a revised plan where she and the children will not be present for the initial London engagements. They might join Prince Harry later in the week at a different location within the UK.

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second family

This visit marks a significant moment, potentially being the first time the Sussexes have been together in the UK since Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. The Invictus Games, an event close to Prince Harry's heart, is a primary focus, with the UK hosting the games next year in Birmingham.

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political decision

Beyond the official engagements, the visit is shadowed by ongoing family dynamics and the upcoming verdict in Prince Harry's court case against Associated Newspapers. The outcome of this legal battle, concerning allegations of unlawful information gathering, could add another layer of complexity to the Sussexes' return, though Meghan is not expected to be in the UK when the ruling is published.

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