Prince Harry’s UK visit sparks fresh speculation amid strained Royal ties

Prince Harry’s latest brief visit to the UK has again stirred speculation about a possible reconciliation with the royal family, though prospects remain uncertain.

The 40-year-old Duke of Sussex revealed in May that his father, King Charles III, who is battling cancer, was no longer speaking to him, following Harry’s legal battles in Britain and the release of his memoir that criticized the royals.

Since stepping down from frontline royal duties in 2020, Harry has lived in California with his wife, Meghan, and their two children. His return visits to Britain have mostly been linked to charity events and his lawsuits against British tabloids.

Relations with his elder brother, Prince William, have also worsened, with reports indicating they are no longer on speaking terms. The brothers last appeared together at Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral in September 2022 but have avoided each other at public events since then.

Harry has expressed regret over a court ruling denying him government-funded security, saying it made him feel unsafe bringing his family to the UK. Despite this, he has signaled hopes of reconciling with his father.

—AFP