Prince Harry will travel to London alone next week, without Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, PEOPLE magazine confirmed on July 4. The decision follows ongoing concerns over security arrangements during visits to the UK.
The Duke of Sussex had hoped to bring his children back to Britain for the first time since 2022, potentially allowing them to reconnect with family, including King Charles. However, unresolved issues around protection and safety have complicated those plans, leaving the possibility of a family reunion uncertain.
Harry, who stepped back from royal duties in 2020, has repeatedly said he does not feel it is safe to bring his family to the UK without adequate security, which the UK government is currently unwilling to provide. He is still expected to carry out a series of charity engagements during the visit, including events linked to the Invictus Games.
Harry and Meghan married on May 19, 2018, in a globally broadcast royal ceremony at Windsor Castle. Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, the couple has built a new life in California with their two children.
From their whirlwind romance to royal milestones, public scrutiny, and family life in Montecito, Harry and Meghan’s relationship has remained one of the most talked-about modern royal love stories. Click through for a timeline of their journey together.