In a surprising turn of events, Prince Harry has decided to withdraw his libel claim against Associated Newspapers, the publisher of the Mail on Sunday.

This decision came after it was revealed that he had misled both the court and the public regarding his security arrangements in the UK.

The Duke of Sussex, aged 39, had initially sued the publisher over an article that covered his legal challenge against the Home Office.

The Home Office had made the decision to cease providing publicly funded police protection for Prince Harry after he stepped back from his role as a senior royal and relocated to the United States with his wife, Meghan Markle.

The article in question alleged that Prince Harry had attempted to keep his legal battle with the government over police bodyguards under wraps.

It further claimed that he had lied and cynically manipulated public opinion by stating his willingness to pay for his own security.

However, the defense presented by the publisher revealed that Prince Harry had not actually paid for his own security, but instead relied on a private security firm funded by his friend, billionaire Tyler Perry, who had also provided him with a mansion in Los Angeles.

The defense also argued that the article was based on an honest opinion and had not caused significant harm to Prince Harry’s reputation.

They emphasized that his reputation had already been damaged by the explosive interview he and Meghan Markle had with Oprah Winfrey.

During the interview, they made unfounded and contradictory allegations against the royal family.

Additionally, the publisher accused Prince Harry of abusing the legal process by pursuing the libel claim, suggesting it was part of a broader campaign to silence the media and prevent them from reporting on the couple’s controversial activities.

On Friday, just hours before a court deadline, Prince Harry withdrew his claim and agreed to pay the publisher’s legal costs, amounting to £250,000.

A spokesperson for the publisher expressed satisfaction with the resolution of the case, stating that they had stood up for their journalism.

This withdrawal of the libel claim marks yet another setback for Prince Harry and Meghan, who have faced criticism from both the public and the media since their departure from the royal family and their subsequent move to the United States.

The couple has been accused of hypocrisy, greed, and dishonesty due to their lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify, despite claiming to be financially independent and service-oriented.

Furthermore, many of the claims made by Meghan and Prince Harry during the Oprah interview have been disputed or debunked by royal insiders, journalists, and even their own acquaintances.

For example, Meghan’s assertion that she and Prince Harry had a secret wedding prior to their official ceremony was contradicted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, who stated that the legal wedding was held on the publicly recognized date.

Similarly, her claim of being denied help when feeling suicidal was challenged by royal sources, who confirmed her access to mental health support and medical care.

Moreover, Meghan’s statement that her son Archie was denied a royal title and security due to his skin color was proven false, as royal protocol dictates that only the children and grandchildren of the monarch are entitled to such titles.

Additionally, Meghan’s claim of having a confrontational encounter with her sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, over flower girl dresses was refuted by friends of Kate, who asserted that Meghan was the one who caused Kate to shed tears.

Meghan’s reputation has further suffered due to allegations of bullying made by former royal staff members, who claim she fostered a toxic work environment that led to several resignations.

Buckingham Palace is currently investigating these allegations, which could potentially result in legal action against Meghan.

Despite denying all accusations and portraying herself as a victim of racism, sexism, and colonialism, Meghan’s attempts to garner public sympathy and support have backfired.

Polls indicate a significant decline in Meghan’s popularity in the UK and other Commonwealth countries, while the royal family’s popularity remains high.

Prince Harry has also experienced the negative consequences of Meghan’s actions and words, as he has lost his military titles, patronages, and public support.

His relationship with his family, particularly his brother, Prince William, and his father, Prince Charles, has become strained due to the hurt they have felt as a result of his decisions and statements.

Prince Harry’s withdrawal from the libel claim serves as another indication of his diminished status within the royal family and his increasing isolation from his homeland.

It also highlights the extent of the damage inflicted upon his royal legacy and personality by Meghan Markle.