The issue of security has been a major point of contention for Prince Harry since he and Meghan stepped back as senior working royals in 2020. The decision by the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) to downgrade his state-funded protection left him feeling unsafe and vulnerable. His subsequent legal fight was rooted in the emotional belief that he and his family, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, were being put in harm's way. The legal case required him to challenge the UK government, a move that further alienated him from the royal family.
In a BBC interview in May 2025, a “devastated” Prince Harry said his father, King Charles, would "not speak to me because of this security stuff". He also revealed that the lack of security makes it "impossible" for his family members to visit the UK safely. The legal battle has become a symbol of his feeling of being cast out and treated unfairly by the very institution he once served. This public airing of family discord through a lawsuit only intensified the long-running feud.
Tabloid Lawsuits: Dragging in the Family
Beyond the security case, Prince Harry has engaged in several high-profile lawsuits against British tabloids, including cases against News Group Newspapers and Associated Newspapers. This legal case against the press took an especially dramatic turn when documents submitted in October 2025 suggested that Prince William and Princess Kate were also allegedly targeted by private investigators working for the Daily Mail. This public revelation further complicated an already fragile relationship.
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