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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Asher Añiga

'The Deal He Chose': Prince Harry Faces Consequences Amid UK Security Dispute Before Family Visit

Prince Harry with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, and his wife, Meghan Markle (Credit: Image via Instagram/meghan)

Prince Harry's UK security row has again put his planned family visit under pressure, with reports on 2 July 2026 saying the Duke of Sussex is still trying to work out how to bring Meghan Markle, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to Britain safely. The dispute, which stems from the change to his protection after he stepped back from royal duties in 2020, remains the central obstacle to the trip.

The news came after Harry reportedly reconsidered the visit when police protection was rejected, leaving the Sussexes' plans in flux just days before the family was due to travel. A spokesperson for the duke said he was still 'explor[ing] every available option to enable the visit to proceed safely and to give his children the opportunity to enjoy the U.K.

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