Prince Harry’s legal showdown with Rupert Murdoch’s newspaper group just took a surprising turn. Rather than heading to trial, the Duke of Sussex settled his case at the last minute, leaving many stunned.

The trial was set to kick off at London’s High Court this week, but delays kept popping up after both sides requested more time. Finally, Prince Harry’s lawyer shared the news: an agreement had been reached. As part of the settlement, the publisher issued a public apology, read aloud in court.

This marks the end of a years-long battle, though details of the settlement remain under wraps. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.