Former US President Donald Trump has indicated his approval of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s choice to relocate to the United Kingdom.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, accompanied by their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, departed America recently after a six-year period to start a fresh phase of their lives in Britain.
During remarks delivered at the White House, Mr Trump stated that he was pleased by their decision, though he noted that he had not previously supported them.
The former president condemned the couple for what he described as their considerable lack of respect toward the British royal institution.
Mr Trump noted his positive interactions with the late Queen Elizabeth II, describing their relationship as strong and expressing familiarity with her as a person.
He similarly characterised his rapport with King Charles III, indicating a long-standing acquaintance predating his ascension to the throne.
However, Mr Trump expressed the view that the couple had demonstrated significant disrespect toward the royal family, particularly in their treatment of the Queen and King Charles.
He indicated that he would not have welcomed them back into the family had he been in their position.
The Sussexes withdrew from their official royal responsibilities six years ago, establishing their residence in America.
During their years in the United States, they publicly expressed criticism directed at various members of the royal family and the institution itself.
The announcement regarding their return to Britain was made the previous month, though specifics regarding their upcoming arrangements have not yet been made public.
Conjecture has arisen regarding the duration of their stay and potential location, with speculation pointing toward the Cotswolds as a possible base.
The couple is anticipated to remain in Britain for a considerable period.
The question of their protective security provisions has attracted considerable public attention.
Prince Harry, who previously served in the British armed forces including deployment to Afghanistan, communicated directly with Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, urging her personal involvement in determining his family’s police protection status.
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has previously declined to offer remarks on the matter, characterizing the funding for security measures as a confidential concern.
Prince Harry has consistently maintained that returning to Britain without the security protection to which he believed he was entitled posed unacceptable risks to his family.
Documentation indicates that since 2007, there have been at least six documented threats or alleged plots targeting the Duke originating from the Taliban, al Qaida, or individuals aligned with those organisations.
Last year, Prince Harry experienced an unsuccessful legal outcome in his challenge against the Home Office regarding the security arrangements for himself and his family during visits to Britain, subsequent to alterations in his protective status following his departure from working royal duties.
Prince Harry has contended that he encounters elevated danger compared to his deceased mother, citing additional factors related to racial prejudice and extremist ideologies.
The couple’s homecoming represents a notable development in their circumstances, with their forthcoming intentions continuing to attract examination.