The tension in the royal family is at an all-time high ahead of Prince Harry’s UK visit.
Prince Harry’s upcoming visit to the UK next month is shrouded in tension and speculation, with reports emerging of the Duke’s deep-seated fury over a comment made by King Charles regarding the financial support for Meghan Markle’s security.
All eyes on Prince Harry amid upcoming UK visit
Amidst the backdrop of the Royal Family grappling with the devastating news of both King Charles and Kate Middleton battling cancer, Prince Harry is set to make a poignant return to attend a service marking a decade of the Invictus Games.
This visit is not merely a ceremonial gesture but also a familial obligation for the Duke, who has been increasingly estranged from his homeland since stepping back from royal duties in 2020.
The rift between Prince Harry and the rest of the Royal Family has been well-documented, especially in the wake of the couple’s explosive interviews and revelations, including their Oprah Winfrey sit-down and Harry’s memoir, ‘Spare’.
However, the latest revelation, unearthed in Robert Jobson’s book ‘Our King’, sheds light on a particularly poignant episode that left Prince Harry seething.
During a pre-wedding meeting involving Prince Harry, Prince William, and King Charles, Harry had intended to inform his father of his intentions to marry Meghan.
However, William had already divulged the information, leading to a tense exchange.
King Charles then expressed doubts about his ability to financially support Meghan in the future, alongside his existing familial responsibilities.
This revelation reportedly left Prince Harry ‘infuriated’, exacerbating the existing tensions within the Royal Family.
Meghan’s absence from the UK would be very telling
Moreover, the upcoming visit to the UK is fraught with uncertainty for Prince Harry, especially regarding the presence of his wife, Meghan Markle.
Royal expert Tom Quinn suggests that the couple is grappling with the decision of Meghan’s attendance, considering the delicate nature of the familial dynamics.
“Harry and Megan are having sleepless nights about what they should do when Harry visits the UK later this year – he will have to do something to acknowledge the huge difficulties his family is going through, but he won’t want to do or say anything that seems to imply anything less than wholehearted support for his permanently aggrieved wife,” Quinn said to The Mirror.
As Prince Harry prepares to navigate the complexities of his return to the UK, the revelation of King Charles’ comment on funding Meghan’s security adds another layer of complexity to an already strained relationship within the Royal Family.
While the Duke of Sussex remains committed to supporting his family during these tumultuous times, the specter of past grievances continues to cast a shadow over the prospect of reconciliation.
With tensions at an all-time high, Prince Harry’s upcoming visit promises to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing saga of royal discord.