Princess Haya is said to have decided to flee Dubai after learning the full details of what happened to Latifa. Photograph: Facundo Arrizabalaga/EPA-EFEIn her attempt to seek asylum in the UK, Princess Haya may be able to claim diplomatic immunity as a further layer of protection. Between 2011 and 2013, she was listed as Princess Haya Al-Hussein, first secretary (cultural affairs). Princess Haya is represented by Fiona Shackleton QC, who represented Prince Charles during his divorce from Princess Diana. There have been claims that the Dubai royal family approached the UK government for help in seeking Haya’s return.

Source: The Guardian July 06, 2019 05:00 UTC