Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are most likely unaware of the ongoing family feud. Their parents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, decided to leave the British monarchy for good in 2020, and now the two royal children are being raised in entirely different surroundings.

But even though they’re far from the UK paparazzi press, Archie and Lilibet continue to make headlines because of their parent’s actions, and not all of them are positive. For example, the Sussexes were labeled “frauds” after rumors about Archie and Lilibet’s potential future schools were made public.

Understandably, Harry and Meghan chose not to take their children with them on their recent tours of Nigeria and Colombia, while Harry has traveled alone on a number of occasions. According to reports, the Duke has a special way of communicating with his children whenever he’s away – and it’s the cutest thing ever.

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle decided to leave royal life in 2020, many believed it was the last we’d hear from them. Today, we know that didn’t quite pan out.

Prince Archie & Princess Lilibet

With all that Harry and Meghan have said about the Royal Family, their relationship with the monarchy has been effectively destroyed. Meanwhile, they’ve remained figures of high interest in the media, as have their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

Even so, the Sussexes have taken pains not to expose their children to the public eye – a markedly different approach than if they had grown up in the Royal Family.

Archie and Lilibet have been kept out of the spotlight for the most part. They only made brief appearances in their parents’ Netflix documentary series, Harry & Meghan, where fans found out that Archie speaks with an American accent.

Since Harry and Meghan have seemed okay with revealing details about every part of their lives through their many projects, one might think they would extended that approach to their children. However, according to a friend of the Sussexes, there is one heartbreaking reason behind their decision to keep the door to Archie and Lilibets’ lives largely closed.

“I think every parent wants to share their kid with the world, but they just can’t,” a friend, referring to Harry’s struggle to get enhanced security in the UK, told US Magazine.

“William’s kids, for example, have way more safety, even though they’re recognizable. And the same doesn’t apply to Meghan and Harry’s children. They know the world wants to see [them but] I would expect them to live smaller lives until that gets sorted, if it ever does.”

“He wants them to enjoy as normal a life as possible”

Moreover, a source told People Magazine: “Harry has been cautious about showcasing his children publicly, not out of a wish to obscure them but to shield their privacy and ensure their safety from potential risks.

“He wants them to enjoy as normal a life as possible, free from fears of kidnapping or harm,” the friend added: “As a father and husband, Harry is resolute in his commitment to preventing history from repeating itself.”

Harry has fought to have the Palace cover security if he and Meghan decide to visit the UK with their children. The couple has said several times that they wouldn’t feel safe bringing Archie and Lilibet without it.

Last year, Harry challenged the Home Office over a decision to downgrade his security protection when visiting his home country. When Harry left royal life, the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC) stripped him of the right to automatic police protection in the UK. Moreover, the Duke’s offer to pay for protection was rejected because the British police force couldn’t be hired.

At a hearing, Harry’s lawyer, Shaheed Fatima KC, read parts of Harry’s statement, in which he further explained how he fears for the safety of his children – and Meghan – if they return.

“It was with great sadness for both of us that my wife and I felt forced to step back from this role and leave the country in 2020,” Harry’s statement read.

Prince Harry will protect Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet “at all costs,” source says

“The UK is my home. The UK is central to the heritage of my children and a place I want them to feel at home as much as where they live at the moment in the US. That cannot happen if it’s not possible to keep them safe when they are on UK soil.”

The Duke added: “I cannot put my wife in danger like that, and, given my experiences in life, I am reluctant to unnecessarily put myself in harm’s way too.”

According to People, Harry is preparing to appeal a court ruling that upheld the decision to deny him security in the UK. An insider told the US news outlet that Harry wants to reinstate his security, which in the long run would mean more flexibility when he, his wife, and their two children ever visit the UK.

However, though security is essential for Harry, there is, sadly, another layer of importance that it plays. According to a royal insider speaking to People Magazine, whether Harry and his family get security when visiting the UK plays a crucial role in the Duke’s relationship with his father.

“Harry is frightened and feels the only person who can do anything about it is his father,” a royal insider told People.

Another source added: “Harry is determined to protect his own family at all costs.”

While the family friend claimed Harry and Meghan simply couldn’t include Archie and Lilibet in their public life, things might change.

Royal expert says Prince Archie and Princess lIlibet will join their parents on tours

The Sussexes visited Nigeria and Colombia earlier this year as part of their international promotion work. Before the South America trip, there were rumors about Archie and Lilibrt possibly joining their parents. That didn’t happen this time around, but according to royal expert Tom Quinn, Harry and Meghan could include their children in the future as they would be a “charming” family, enhancing their popularity and the brand.