The rift between Prince Harry and Prince William seems to have deepened, as revealed in a new book that sheds light on their strained relationship.
In a candid moment, Prince Harry responded with two harsh words when his brother proposed a peaceful meeting to resolve their differences.
Prince Harry’s journey towards stepping down as a senior royal began before 2020, when he opened up about the frosty dynamic between him and Prince William during a visit to South Africa with his wife, Meghan Markle.
In an interview with ITV’s Tom Bradby, Prince Harry acknowledged the pressures of their roles and the inevitable conflicts that arise within the family.
However, he emphasized their bond as brothers, stating, “We’re going our separate ways now, but I’ll always be there for him because I know he’ll always be there for me.”
Despite these sentiments, Prince Harry later declined his brother’s request for a meeting, fearing that news of their reconciliation would be leaked to the media.
The book, which includes an extract published by the Mail, reveals that the day after the documentary aired, Prince William reached out to Prince Harry via WhatsApp, expressing his desire to see him.
Initially, Prince Harry was open to the idea, but his concerns grew after further discussions.
During their conversation, Prince Harry asked Prince William whom he would inform about the meeting.
Prince William explained that he would need to inform his private secretary, as it would require clearing his schedule.
It was at this point that Prince Harry made a firm decision, telling his brother, “Don’t come.”
He was so apprehensive about the possibility of the visit being leaked to the press that he chose to avoid seeing his brother altogether rather than risk it becoming headline news.
The failure of this meeting was not only disappointing for Prince Harry and Prince William but also for those close to them.
The book highlights the heartbreak experienced by individuals who are intimately connected to the two brothers.
The widening gap between Prince Harry and Prince William continues to be a matter of concern for the British Royal Family.