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Prince Harry makes first public appearance since returning to the UK

Prince Harry made his first public appearance in London since returning to the United Kingdom, attending the inaugural Invictus Spirit Awards ceremony. The event occurred as his uncle, Charles Spencer, faces media scrutiny for claims made in a new book regarding the late Princess Diana and King Charles.

Prince Harry attended the inaugural Invictus Spirit Awards in London on Thursday evening, marking his first public appearance since moving back to the United Kingdom last month. The Prince arrived at the ceremony solo, without his wife, Meghan Markle. This outing comes amid heightened media attention surrounding the British royal family following the publication of Swan Song: Diana, My Sister by Charles Spencer. In the book, the author claims that King Charles expressed indifference toward the late Princess Diana shortly after her passing, allegedly describing the public as quick to forget her. During the event, Harry did not respond to questions from the media regarding the allegations made by his uncle in the memoir. Harry and his family had spent the previous several years living in the United States before their recent relocation. Following their return, the palace confirmed that the couple will not be taking on official roles within the royal institution.

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