The Danish royal family has revealed that Crown Prince Frederik was upset by talks held between his mother, Queen Margrethe II, and his brother, Prince Joachim, regarding the removal of titles.
In an effort to calm tensions, the Queen and Prince Joachim met in Fredensburg earlier this week.
This meeting comes after the controversial decision made by the Danish monarch to strip Prince Joachim’s four sons, Prince Nikolai, Prince Felix, Prince Henrik, and Princess Athena, of their royal titles.
Queen Margrethe II explained that she believed the titles were detrimental to her grandchildren and that this decision was in their best interest, allowing them to lead normal lives without the burden of royal duties.
However, it should be noted that this decision does not affect the four children of Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary, namely Prince Christian, Princess Isabella, and the twins Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent.
As direct descendants of the future king, they are exempt from the Queen’s ruling.
Following the meeting, the palace confirmed that both the Queen and Prince Joachim are committed to moving forward and finding a resolution to their differences.
Notably, Crown Prince Frederik did not attend the meeting.
According to Danish publication BT, the focus of the meeting was on maintaining a sense of calm.
The royal house stated that Crown Prince Frederik was not present during the discussions.
Queen Margrethe II and Prince Joachim conversed in Fredensburg, expressing their mutual desire for tranquility as they navigate this situation.
This development follows Prince Joachim and his second wife, Princess Marie, openly acknowledging the complexities in their relationship with Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary.
BT’s royal correspondent, Jacob Heinel Jensen, commented that it was unsurprising Prince Joachim was not included in the meeting between the Queen and her youngest son.
He further explained that this meeting was a decisive step, aimed at reassuring the public that any rift has been resolved.
Jensen added, “Prince Joachim himself admitted that the relationship with the Crown Prince was complicated, so it is not surprising that he was not there.
This is the Queen’s decision, and she is the one who must bear the brunt of it.
It is critical to their relationship.
There will be an event in the future where it is important for the community to believe that they are friends again, and now the first stones have been laid.”
In conclusion, the Danish royal family is working towards resolving the tensions arising from the removal of titles.
The meeting between Queen Margrethe II and Prince Joachim aimed to establish a path forward, emphasizing the importance of calmness in their approach.