German media are reacting with skepticism to reports that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning a return to the United Kingdom, with one outlet dryly noting that "nature is recovering" in response to the news.
Bavarian broadcaster BR reported on Saturday that the couple's potential comeback has drawn frosty responses, though it did not specify which individuals or groups expressed the chilly reception. The report was part of a broader wave of German coverage about the Sussexes' possible move back to Britain.
The Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung struck a more positive note, arguing in a separate piece that Harry's return would be good news for England. The conservative daily suggested his presence could benefit the country, without elaborating on specific reasons in the available summary.
Meanwhile, Der Spiegel focused on a different angle, reporting that Harry and Meghan might take on roles in a Netflix series as part of their return. The streaming platform has previously produced content featuring the couple, including a 2022 docuseries.
German tabloid BILD and the Münchner Merkur both suggested the timing of the reported return is deliberate. BILD described it as an "anti-William tactic," while Merkur quoted unnamed sources saying the couple wants to "get a foot in the door" and are acting now because of fears about Prince William's future role.
The reports come amid ongoing speculation about the Sussexes' relationship with the rest of the royal family, which has been strained since they stepped back from royal duties in 2020 and moved to California.
What to watch next: Whether the couple confirms or denies the return reports, and how Buckingham Palace responds to the growing German media scrutiny.
