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Prince Harry has revealed in a new interview that he is afraid to bring Meghan Markle back to the UK in case of an “acid attack” or “knife attack”.

In the new ITV documentary Tabloids on trialIn a statement released on Thursday, the 39-year-old said he would not bring his wife back to the UK due to security fears caused in part by the press.

He said: “All it takes is one lone actor, one person who reads this, who acts on what he has read… whether it is a knife or acid, whatever.”

The prince added that the late Queen supports his fight against tabloids “up there” and that he had many discussions with the late monarch about press intrusion and that she supported the measures he is taking against it.

“She knew how much this meant to me and was always there to tell me, ‘Just keep going with this,’” he said.

Harry and Meghan moved to California in June 2020 after stepping down as working royals. The couple no longer have an official residence in the UK.

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Prince Harry fears Meghan Markle will be attacked with a knife or acid

“All it takes is one lone actor, one person who reads these things, who acts on them, and whether it’s a knife or acid… these are genuine concerns for me, they’re one of the reasons I won’t bring my wife back to this country,” he said.

Meghan Markle appears to wipe away tears during the Queen's funeral. She has not visited the UK since it took place in September 2022.
Meghan Markle appears to wipe away tears during the Queen's funeral. She has not visited the UK since it took place in September 2022. (Tim Rooke/Shutterstock)

Holly EvansJuly 27, 2024 02:00

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Prince Harry stumbles over question about royal family's health problems

The Duke of Sussex appeared nervous when asked about his father King Charles and sister-in-law Kate's ongoing cancer battles.

In the new ITV documentary Tabloids on trialwhich aired on Thursday, presenter Rebecca Barry asked the prince: “Both your father and your sister-in-law have been ill.

“I guess it's a reminder to all of us that life is precious.

“Has it ever made you think, ‘This isn’t worth it. Life is too short for these legal battles’?”

Prince Harry, apparently taken aback by the question, replied: “Uh, I don’t think that the legal, the continuation of these legal battles is the kind of, I…

“The two things are completely separate.

“Uh, you know, my dad, my sister-in-law and I, you know, pursuing these legal battles are two completely different things.”

Holly EvansJuly 27, 2024 12:00 PM

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The Queen felt increasingly isolated before her death, royal expert says

The late Queen reportedly felt increasingly isolated in the months leading up to her death due to the loss of several close friends and her husband Prince Philip, a royal biographer has said.

Robert Jobson claimed she had started inviting former staff members to visit her, with one aide revealing: “She told me she didn't know anyone.” [her staff and servants] not anymore.”

In her final months, she came to enjoy regular visits and phone calls with her grandson, Prince William, who had recently moved into Adelaide Cottage near Windsor Castle.

An aide said: “Prince William knew his time with his grandmother was precious and is delighted that as a couple they have made that decision.”

Prince William called the Queen regularly in her final months.
Prince William called the Queen regularly in her final months. (Victoria Jones/PA)

Holly EvansJuly 27, 2024 11:07

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King Charles and Kate Middleton received 27,000 greeting cards following their cancer diagnosis

It's been a tough year for the royal family, with both Charles and Kate having to step back from public duties while they continue their treatment.

The couple supported each other through the difficult news, but also received plenty of support outside the palace walls, having received a staggering 27,000 written messages wishing them well.

Holly EvansJuly 27, 2024 09:52

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Prince William's feelings for Harry revealed in unseen letters from Princess Diana

Personal letters from Princess Diana to her family's former housekeeper have revealed insights into Prince William and Harry's childhood relationship.

Diana sent the previously unseen notes to Violet Collison, whom she affectionately called Collie, the head housekeeper at Park House on the Sandringham Estate, where Diana spent her childhood years.

In one of the letters, she wrote: “William adores his little brother and spends all his time showering Harry with an endless supply of hugs and kisses.”

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Holly EvansJuly 27, 2024 08:45

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Prince Harry says tabloids were 'central' to family rift

“Everything I say about my family generates a torrent of insults from the press,” he admitted.

The Duke of Sussex cited press intrusion as one of the reasons he stepped down as a working royal in 2020.
The Duke of Sussex cited press intrusion as one of the reasons he stepped down as a working royal in 2020. (Pay TV)

Emma GuinnessJuly 27, 2024 08:00

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Meghan and Harry, in permanent decline

“The future of the Sussexes is pretty bleak… I think they are in permanent decline,” he said. Sun.

Bower then suggested the couple, who have given several tell-all interviews, could “drop another bombshell”.

“But whenever they need money, whenever they need publicity to fuel their reputation, they drop another bomb,” he said.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's relationship with the royal family appears to have soured after they stepped down as working royals in 2020, citing press intrusion and a desire to live a more independent life.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during their revealing interview with Oprah Winfrey (Joe Pugliese/Harpo Productions/PA)
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during their revealing interview with Oprah Winfrey (Joe Pugliese/Harpo Productions/PA) (PA Media)

Emma GuinnessJuly 27, 2024 05:00

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Princess Eugenie and Beatrice 'firmly pledged their loyalty to the royal family'

While there have been reports that the women remain allies of the Sussexes, they have now reportedly distanced themselves from the couple, who stepped down as senior royals in 2020.

“Beatriz and Eugenie have firmly pledged their loyalty to the royal family,” said a source close to the royal family. Pretty magazine.

“They haven’t been in touch with the Sussexes for quite some time. They are not as close as they used to be.”

The couple attended Prince William's garden party this summer and put on a united front.
The couple attended Prince William's garden party this summer and put on a united front. ( Yui Mok/Pool via Reuters)

Emma GuinnessJuly 27, 2024 00:00

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The royal family receives an additional £45m in funding

Palace officials have revealed that the £86.3m awarded to the family between 2024 and 2025 will rise to £132m.

The largest profits from the park have been attributed to the creation of new offshore wind farms.

A palace spokesman said royal spending would be reviewed again to ensure it remained at an “appropriate” level.

The royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace
The royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace (PA Cable)

Emma GuinnessJuly 26, 2024 10:00 PM

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The late queen 'supported' Prince Harry's battle against UK tabloids

“We had a lot of conversations before she passed away, and this is something she was very supportive of,” he said of his ongoing action against the publisher. Sun, News Group Newspapers (NGN).

“She knew how much this meant to me and… she was very willing to see this through to the end, without hesitation.”

Prince Harry has spoken out about the effect the current intrusion of the press has on his life.
Prince Harry has spoken out about the effect the current intrusion of the press has on his life. (Pay TV)

Emma GuinnessJuly 26, 2024 20:00

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