In a surprising turn of events, it seems that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex won’t be joining the royal family at Sandringham this holiday season.

Sources close to the situation have revealed that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, along with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, have not received an invitation for what would have been a festive family gathering in Scotland.

As Harry approaches his 40th birthday on September 15, the possibility of mending ties with his father, King Charles III, appears increasingly unlikely.

Insiders suggest that the only way for the Duke to consider reconciliation is if the King grants him security clearance during his visits to the UK.

The monarch holds significant power in this regard, and without proper protection, Harry has made it clear that he will not bring his family back to Britain.

Since stepping back from royal duties and relocating to California in 2020, the Sussexes lost their taxpayer-funded police protection.

This decision continues to weigh heavily on Harry, who attempted to challenge the British government’s ruling earlier this year, seeking the right to pay for security while in the UK.

However, his appeal remains unresolved.

In a recent ITV documentary titled “Tabloids on Trial,” Harry reiterated his stance on family visits, stating that safety concerns are paramount.

He expressed deep worries about potential threats, saying, “Even with just one person reading this and acting on what they’ve read, the situation might still be hazardous.” His comments underscore the gravity of his concerns, highlighting the couple’s reluctance to return to a country they feel is unsafe.

But safety isn’t the only issue driving a wedge between Harry and the royal family.

In the same documentary, he pointed out the royal family’s hesitance to support him in his ongoing legal battles against the press.

This lack of solidarity has contributed to the growing rift between him and his relatives, making reconciliation seem even more distant.

Despite maintaining sporadic communication with King Charles, Harry has reportedly not spoken to his brother, Prince William, in nearly two years.

Tensions have only escalated since the release of Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” which contains allegations against William, including claims of a physical altercation during a disagreement over Meghan.

Rumors suggesting that Harry reached out to Kate Middleton during her recent health struggles have been dismissed as false.

Sources indicate that Harry’s relationship with his sister-in-law remains strained, particularly due to the fallout from his memoir, which has only intensified existing animosities.

William, in particular, is said to be furious over Harry’s portrayal of events in “Spare.”