In an especially delicate moment for the British monarchy, tension has returned within the walls of Buckingham Palace. This time, the trigger has been a new interview by Prince Harry, given to the BBC.
In it, the young man attacks the decisions affecting his personal security in the United Kingdom. Additionally, he makes indirect remarks that have caused deep discomfort for his father, King Charles III.
The distance between them seems to have deepened once again. All this in a scenario where Charles III's illness adds even more drama to the family conflict.
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The Duke of Sussex was especially critical of the fact that his official police escort has not been reinstated during his visits to the United Kingdom. Although this matter falls under the jurisdiction of the British government, Harry hints that his father might have intervened.
These statements have not been well received by Charles III. This has been reported by The Sun citing sources from the royal circle. Thus, the son of Elizabeth II feels "disturbed" and "frustrated" by the accusations.
"The king has always considered this a matter that his government and courts should solve. Intervening in any way would be constitutionally inappropriate," these sources claim.
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Charles's discomfort is not limited solely to the institutional level. What has truly hurt him, according to the same sources close to the Palace, is that his son has ignored a principle he considers sacred.
"What has frustrated and disturbed him on a more personal level is that the duke has not respected this principle. Additionally, that his supporters suggest that his father doesn't care about his family, or that he should intervene, snap his fingers, and demand a form of protection."
Despite the critical tone of his statements, Harry claims he wishes to reconcile with his father, although he admits they are not in contact. "I don't know how much time he has left," he confesses, referring to his father's cancer.
Meanwhile, as Charles III continues to face personal and state challenges, the distance with Harry becomes an increasingly visible and delicate matter. Despite calls for a possible reconciliation, the current scenario seems more inclined toward discord.