Meghan Markle's Decision Sparks Royal Tensions
TalkTV host Mark Dolan has claimed that Meghan Markle made a significant mistake by not accompanying Prince Harry to the UK, a decision he believes will ultimately cost the Duke. Speaking to royal correspondent Rupert Bell, Dolan argued that the Duchess of Sussex squandered a major opportunity to help repair Harry's strained relationship with the Royal Family.
The Duke of Sussex travelled to Britain for Invictus Games-related engagements, but Meghan and their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, remained in California over security concerns. Dolan said the uncertainty surrounding whether Meghan would join Harry has only deepened tensions with Buckingham Palace.
'An Ever-Ending Soap Opera'
Discussing the latest developments, Bell described the situation as "an ever-ending soap opera" and argued it was largely of Harry's own making. He said the uncertainty over whether Meghan and the children might still arrive later in the week had left royal aides facing another round of speculation.
Bell suggested Harry was demanding a higher level of security than he is likely to receive, insisting there would still be protection in place during his visit. "Harry has got to start reading the room," Bell added.
Missed Opportunity with King Charles
Dolan went further, arguing the Sussexes had missed an opportunity to improve relations with King Charles. "They had it all going for them," he said, suggesting the visit could have allowed the King to spend time with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet for the first time in several years. Instead, Dolan claimed that opportunity had "gone up in smoke."
Bell agreed the continuing uncertainty risked overshadowing Harry's work promoting the Invictus Games. He added that the constant speculation over whether the Sussexes would travel together was becoming "boring and tedious," with the ongoing uncertainty creating unnecessary drama.
Security Row Fuels Further Claims
Bell also questioned Harry's long-running concerns over security, arguing the Duke would still receive an appropriate level of protection while in Britain. Dolan suggested the row would only fuel further claims from the Sussexes that they had not received enough support, while Bell warned the continuing saga was distracting from causes Harry is trying to champion, including the Invictus Games.
The latest visit to the UK by Prince Harry has only added to tensions with his extended family over security rows and accommodation, with the absence of Meghan and the children highlighting the ongoing rift.
