Harry and Meghan’s shock UK return: 7 big questions

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning to return to the United Kingdom after six years of living in the United States. The couple, along with their children Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, are expected to leave the U.S. by the end of August and settle in a private residence outside London. The move comes after a private meeting between Harry, Meghan, and their grandchildren with King Charles III, who reportedly welcomes the prospect of seeing more of his son and grandchildren.

However, the Sussexes are not returning as working royals, and it remains unclear why they are returning now. Experts suggest that Harry's desire to repair relations with his father and wider family may be a driving factor. The couple's American adventure was reportedly worth $100 million, but several projects struggled to gain traction, leading to the reconsideration.

It is unclear where they will live, but the Cotswolds in western England is one possibility. The couple will not resume royal duties, as they stepped down as working royals in 2020. The future of Archie and Lilibet's education remains uncertain, but they have reportedly been enrolled in a British school. Harry's relationship with his brother, Prince William, remains strained, and reconciliation seems unlikely.

Security concerns surrounding the move are also significant, as the Home Office has stated that it is difficult to bring Harry's family safely to Britain due to the level of publicly funded police protection he receives. Ultimately, the return of Harry and Meghan may present an opportunity for reconciliation in the royal family, but the future of the feud remains uncertain.