Meghan Markle is reportedly planning her first visit to the UK in four years, with Prince Harry believing improved relations with his father could pave the way for her return.

The Duchess of Sussex has not set foot in Britain since attending the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth, but sources suggest that could change by mid-year.

Prince Harry reportedly believes the security detail stripped from his family by the British government will be reinstated, addressing his concerns that made it unsafe for the Sussexes to be in the UK.

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The Duke of Sussex is expecting to bring Meghan with him for an Invictus Games engagement around the middle of the year, with plans also in place to invite King Charles to join them.

Harry is said to be dreaming of having his father attend the Invictus Games opening ceremony in 2027.

However, the family tensions appear far from resolved. Prince William has reportedly hired a crack publicist this week, mirroring his strategy from Harry’s last UK visit in September when he launched a PR push to rival his brother’s arrival.

The ongoing battle to win over public opinion between the royal brothers shows no signs of ceasing, with both sides apparently positioning themselves ahead of any potential Sussex return to British soil.