Overview
- Harry gave emotional evidence in London, saying tabloids persecuted him and "made my wife's life an absolute hell" through intrusive and sometimes racist coverage.
- He alleged systematic stalking and persistent attacks by outlets linked to Associated Newspapers Limited, publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.
- Under cross-examination, he denied covertly sharing information with Mail on Sunday journalist Charlotte Griffiths and rejected claims he used a fake Facebook profile called "Mr Mischief."
- The multi-week trial is expected to run for roughly nine weeks before a verdict, with multiple public figures, including Elton John, among the claimants.
- Buckingham Palace has indicated it expects no further royal involvement at this stage and prefers a low profile from Harry to avoid embarrassing the monarchy.