Prince Harry to visit London alone amid security concerns; Meghan and children to stay behind

Prince Harry is set to visit London next week for events marking the one-year countdown to the 2027 Invictus Games, but his wife Meghan and their two children, Archie and Lilibet, will not join him for the London portion of the trip. A source close to the Duke of Sussex confirmed that the family's first trip back to the U.K. in four years will not include them.

The decision for Meghan and the children to remain behind is reportedly linked to security concerns. The prince has previously voiced worries about his family's safety in the U.K. following a court case where he sought to restore full police protection during visits. Last year, he stated, "It's impossible for me to take my family back to the U.K. safely."

While the specific security arrangements for Harry's upcoming visit remain unclear, reports suggest Buckingham Palace has not offered additional security. Harry and Meghan relocated to North America in 2020, stepping back from royal duties amid a significant rift with the royal family. The prince's visit also encompasses engagements with his other charitable endeavors. Arrangements for the remainder of the trip are still being finalized, leaving uncertainty about whether the entire family might join him outside the capital.

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It's impossible for me to take my family back to the U.K. safely.