Prince Harry settles lawsuit with Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers

Prince Harry has settled his claim against News Group Newspapers (NGN), publisher of The Sun, after intense negotiations that occurred just before the trial was set to commence. NGN issued a full and unequivocal apology for the unlawful gathering of information and the serious intrusion into Harry's private life, including incidents related to his late mother, Princess Diana. Although Harry had previously vowed to pursue his case for accountability rather than financial compensation, the potential legal costs of up to £10 million influenced his decision to settle. The settlement concludes a six-year legal battle, with Harry and former Labour deputy leader Tom Watson being the last claimants against NGN after many other cases were resolved. This unexpected development highlights the ongoing issues surrounding media ethics and privacy in the UK. NGN has denied any unlawful practices at The Sun, despite settling numerous claims related to similar allegations in the past.