He went on to say that without proper security, he couldn’t see a way to bring Meghan and their children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3, to the U.K.

“I can’t see a world in which I would be bringing my wife and children back to the U.K. at this point,” Harry told the outlet.

He also spoke about the uncertainty surrounding his father’s cancer diagnosis, which was publicly revealed by the palace in February 2024, with treatment reportedly continuing into this year.

“Life is precious. I don’t know how much longer my father has,” said Harry. “He won’t speak to me because of this security stuff, but it would be nice to reconcile.”

Following the court’s decision, the Duke released a statement on the website he shares with Meghan, sussex.com, expressing gratitude to his legal team and the Court of Appeal judges. He reiterated that his objective had always been to ensure his family’s safety while in Britain.

“This process has only ever been about ensuring my safety and that of my immediate family when we are in the United Kingdom, so that we may safely visit my home country with the same level of security other governments deem necessary for our protection,” he wrote.

“My ask has been simple: that the standard protocols for our security and risk assessments be applied to me in the same way they are to others — including people who have never carried out any public functions on behalf of the state.”

He described his legal battle as a “last resort,” stating that it had brought troubling facts to light.

“This legal action has been a last resort, but one that has uncovered shocking truths, starting with the facts that the Royal Household are key decision-makers on RAVEC and my sole representation for matters regarding my safety. In this process, I’ve also learned the names of all those involved, many of whom retired immediately after playing their part,” he claimed.

In closing, Prince Harry reaffirmed his affection for his home country and dedication to public service.

“This has been and always will be, my life’s work, and when you strip away the noise, you’ll be able to hear, all I’ve been asking for is safety,” he said.