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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)

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Recording them in its annual report, the Royal House said: “The new reign has given the Royal House the opportunity to define a new expression of purpose underpinned by a renewed set of values.”

These five values ​​are: “Act with Care,” “Make an Impact,” “Succeed Together,” “Stay Curious,” and “Lead by Example.”

They were decided after Charles became monarch and following discussions with staff during the 2023-24 financial year, “involving staff at all levels of the Royal Household”.

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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.”

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

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

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Princess Diana's intimate letters shedding light on royal life to go on sale

Violet Collison, nicknamed Collie by the princess, was appreciated in the gift exchanges she gave to young princes William and Harry.

“William adores his little brother and spends all his time showering Harry with hugs and kisses,” Diana wrote from Kensington Palace on September 25, 1984.

The letters are due to go up for auction on 30 July and initial estimates suggest they will fetch several thousand pounds.

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Prince Harry reveals why he won't bring Meghan back to the UK

Prince Harry reveals why he won't bring Meghan back to the UK

The Duke of Sussex has claimed it would “still be dangerous” for his wife to return to the UK following her move to the US. Prince Harry made the comments as he gave his first major interview since the conclusion of his court case against Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN) to the ITV documentary Tabloids On Trial, which aired on Thursday 25 July. Asked if the legal battles draw more attention during the documentary, he said: “There is more than enough attention on me and my wife (Meghan) anyway. “It is still dangerous, and all it takes is one lone actor, one person who reads these things to act on what they have read and whether it is a knife or acid, whatever, and these are things that I am genuinely concerned about. It is one of the reasons why I will not be bringing my wife back to this country.”

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