Prince Harry’s Legal Battle Against British Tabloids Begins Without Him
Prince Harry will not be returning to the UK this week for the start of his trial.
The Duke of Sussex, who had been anticipated to travel to his home country for the legal proceedings against Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN), has dismissed key claims regarding the security arrangements for his stay.
Reports initially suggested that Harry would be present on the first day of the trial and would receive “limited police protection” during his visit.
Previous speculation also hinted that King Charles had extended a goodwill gesture to his estranged son. It was alleged that Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley had made an offer to facilitate security during Harry’s trip for the trial.
However, these claims were debunked as outlets like *People Magazine* confirmed that Harry will not attend the trial’s opening day. Instead, the Duke is scheduled to testify in court in February.
Additional reports claimed that Harry was offered accommodations at Buckingham Palace for the duration of his stay, but he declined. Sources suggest this decision was meant as a “protest” against his father, King Charles.
Harry’s case against NGN alleges privacy violations through illicit practices, including phone hacking, between 1996 and 2011. This period saw The Sun and the now-defunct *News of the World* allegedly targeting him for their stories.
The trial marks yet another chapter in Prince Harry’s ongoing battle against media intrusion and his fight for justice.
