Prince Harry, family due back in UK as they return from US

Prince Harry and his family returned to Britain on Wednesday, according to the BBC. The couple left for the United States in 2020, stepping down from their official royal duties and embarking on independent careers. Last week, it was revealed that they would relocate from California to a location outside London for an extended period.

Their children, Prince Archie, 7, and Princess Lilibet, 5, are set to begin their education in Britain in September. The precise location for their new residence and the school their children will attend remains undisclosed. The couple did not live in a royal residence nor engage in official duties. They flew in privately from California on Wednesday.

Upon their return, there was no immediate statement from Harry's spokesman. The royal couple decided to leave the UK in 2020, citing their desire to pursue independent careers and distancing themselves from what they perceived as royal neglect, media scrutiny, and government security concerns. Despite the strained relationships with other royals, Harry's family, including his father King Charles, had their first in-person interaction since 2022, attending a gathering in Britain last month.

However, tensions persist, particularly with Harry's brother Prince William, who remains uncommunicative with Harry and skeptical of Meghan. The reasons behind their decision to return are unclear, though some speculate it could be due to struggling business ventures or a potential boost in earnings. The announcement of their return coincided with a London court ruling that could potentially require Harry to pay millions in damages for a failed privacy lawsuit.

Meghan is reportedly exploring a return to acting, but negotiations have not yet materialized. Harry expressed his preference for his children to spend more time in Britain and to reconnect with their grandfather, especially given the monarch's ongoing health challenges.