Prince Harry Returns to Court in Landmark Battle Against British Tabloids Over Invasion of Privacy

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LONDON - Prince Harry is set to testify in a high-stakes court battle against the publisher of the Daily Mail, accusing the company of using unlawful tactics to snoop on him and other high-profile individuals for sensational headlines. The Duke of Sussex is joined by a group of seven plaintiffs, including Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, and Sadie Frost, who claim that Associated Newspapers Ltd. hired private investigators to bug their cars, access their private records, and eavesdrop on their phone calls. The case, which begins this week and is expected to last nine weeks, stems from a widespread phone hacking scandal in the early 2000s. Harry has already won a court judgment against the Daily Mirror in 2023, condemning the publisher for "widespread and habitual" phone hacking. This latest trial is part of Prince Harry's mission to reform the media, which he believes is responsible for the death of his mother, Princess Diana, and persistent attacks on his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. The trial comes as Harry tries to repair his damaged relationship with his family, particularly his father, King Charles III. While the two met for tea last fall, a reunion this time is unlikely due to Charles' trip to Scotland. The case has been ongoing since 2022, with several contentious hearings and rulings that have seen both sides claim victories. A private investigator who initially supported the claims of Harry and the celebrities has since filed a statement denying he ever snooped on them. The conflicting statements may impact the case, but the plaintiffs remain determined to hold Associated Newspapers accountable for their alleged actions. The trial is a significant moment in Prince Harry's quest for media reform and his fight for privacy and justice.