King Charles is reportedly urging Prince Harry to take a firmer stance with Meghan Markle if he hopes to rebuild ties with the royal family. Sources say the 77-year-old monarch, who recently announced his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year, is increasingly concerned about his lack of contact with grandchildren Archie and Lilibet.
Insiders say Charles deeply wants a relationship with the children while he still can and believes the estrangement has gone on too long. While he understands Meghan’s reluctance to bring the family to the UK, he has encouraged Harry to be more assertive and help make a reunion possible. Charles is also said to worry the children are becoming disconnected from their British heritage.
Despite years of tension, the King reportedly still hopes for reconciliation and maintains affection for both Harry and Meghan, wanting peace and quiet family connections rather than public gestures.
Meanwhile, Prince William is said to be far less forgiving. Sources claim he is determined to cut Harry off from future royal funds, believing loyalty should carry consequences. William is reportedly concerned that any money Harry receives would benefit Meghan and does not want royal funds supporting her lifestyle or ambitions.
As the royal family gathers for Christmas at Sandringham under King Charles’ famously strict schedule, Harry and Meghan will again remain in California with their children, highlighting the ongoing divide within the family.