The relationship between King Charles III and his younger son, Prince Harry, remains tense and appears to have reached a critical point. Recently, Harry gave an interview to the BBC in which he suggested that his father might never see his grandchildren again.
The Duke of Sussex's words, full of accusations, have further fueled the distance that already existed between them, which has caused growing concern in the United Kingdom. This new conflict seems to push any possibility of reconciliation even further away.
King Charles III's decision leaves Queen Camilla KO'd
According to some analysts, it has been suggested that in order to heal the relationship, it should be the king who takes the first step. However, a source close to the Royal Household has made it clear that this won't happen, since Charles III isn't willing to put up with what he considers disloyal behavior.
In the words of royal correspondent Valentine Low, "Charles is already used to Harry's disloyalty and contradictions." However, what he's not willing to tolerate is his son's "obsession" with always being right.
For the king, this attitude is unacceptable, especially when Harry seems unwilling to take responsibility for his actions. Low also pointed out that Harry's "fragile self-esteem" could be one of the key factors in the lack of reconciliation.
According to him, "Harry seems unable to apologize, since his stubbornness keeps him from acknowledging his mistakes." This lack of self-criticism has caused even more friction within the royal family, which complicates any possibility of rapprochement.
It seems that Camilla prefers not to get between father and son
Harry's latest interview, after losing his legal battle over security in the United Kingdom, made it clear that the resentment is still alive. In it, the duke acknowledged that some family members will never forgive him for having written his book Spare.
Meanwhile, it seems that the royal family have taken a firm stance in this conflict. Close sources have indicated that Prince William hasn't shown "any interest" in repairing the relationship with Harry.
In addition, Camilla, although she hasn't spoken out, "keeps her distance" from any attempt at reconciliation. Even the king's private secretary has pointed out that there's no pressure within the Palace for a personal rapprochement between father and son.