The Princess of Wales, Catherine, has reportedly had enough of Prince Harry and has relinquished her role as the peacemaker between him and his brother, Prince William.
Throughout history, there have been women within the British monarchy who were responsible for resolving conflicts and maintaining peace behind the scenes.
Whether they were queens, princesses, or duchesses, their duty extended beyond keeping their husbands content and raising children.
They also played a crucial role in diplomatic relations with other countries.
One such example is Queen Philippa, wife of Edward III, who successfully convinced her husband not to annihilate Calais after the Hundred Years’ War.
Another notable figure is Margaret of Anjou, who married Henry VI to facilitate a peace agreement between England and France.
However, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has decided to break away from this tradition that has persisted for over 500 years.
For years, it has been rumored that Catherine acted as the mediator in the ongoing feud between Harry and William, which has been widely covered in the media.
However, according to Jenny Bond, former royal correspondent for the BBC, Catherine has come to the realization that the rift cannot be repaired, at least for now.
As a result, it seems unlikely that Harry, Meghan, and their children will be invited to the Wales household anytime soon.
This decision comes after two years of Catherine’s efforts to mend the relationship.
Let’s take a closer look at what transpired in April 2021.
Just weeks before Prince Philip’s passing, Harry and Meghan gave an explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, revealing damaging details about the royal family.
Despite the critical condition of Prince Philip’s health, they did not hold back.
On April 9th, Prince Philip passed away, and Harry returned to the UK for the funeral on April 17th, while Meghan, who was reportedly pregnant, remained in the US due to COVID travel restrictions.
With controversies surrounding the interview, including claims of racism and mental health neglect, many wondered how Harry would be treated by his family at the funeral.
Catherine, as always, came to the rescue.
She was the first family member to engage in a conversation with Harry after the service, in full view of the media.
After a brief exchange, William joined the conversation, and Catherine gracefully exited, leaving the brothers to talk privately.
This incident revealed Catherine’s diplomatic skills.
However, according to Harry’s book “Spare,” an argument ensued between William and Harry later that day, with Prince Charles pleading with them not to add to his misery in his final years.
Catherine tried her best, but it appears that her efforts were unsuccessful.
It is worth noting that Catherine and Harry were once incredibly close.
Their relationship was authentic, filled with shared jokes and genuine enjoyment of each other’s company.
In the years that followed, reports suggested that Catherine worked behind the scenes to reconcile William and Harry.
As Bond explained, coming from a united and happy family like Catherine’s, it is difficult to comprehend how estrangement can occur.
Catherine believed that the rift could be repaired.
However, this was before the release of Harry and Meghan’s documentary series and Harry’s book, which portrayed William as a petty bully threatened by their popularity and Catherine as snobbish and cold.
Since the Oprah interview, many events have unfolded.
Royal biographer Tom Quinn, author of “Gilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family,” revealed that privately, there is more anger within the royal family than is publicly known.
William and Catherine are particularly furious about the accusation that William physically assaulted Harry.
According to Bond, Catherine has been hurt and insulted by Harry and Meghan’s words, but she and William make a strong team.
They have likely concluded that the rift with Harry cannot be repaired in the foreseeable future.
They have closed their minds to the possibility and decided to move forward with their lives.
This newfound perspective offers insight into Catherine’s character.
While she often appears as a beautiful, dutiful, and supportive wife, there is more to her than meets the eye.
She possesses power and influence, and she is not afraid to express her opinions and feelings.
This is not the first time we have seen this side of Catherine.
In July, it was revealed that she played a crucial role in shaping Buckingham Palace’s official response to the Oprah interview.
When the phrase “recollections may vary” was being debated, Catherine argued that history would judge their statement, and without such a phrase, everything Harry and Meghan said would be accepted as true.
Interestingly, neither Catherine nor William has publicly commented on Harry’s attacks and complaints.
Instead, they have chosen to focus on moving forward and carrying out their duties.
According to a source close to William, his long-term strategy is to distance himself from celebrity culture and prioritize stability, consistency, and service.
This approach has proven successful, with William receiving positive reception during his recent trip to New York and being voted the most popular world leader among Americans in a Gallup poll.
In the UK, nearly two-thirds of respondents want King Charles to assign William more responsibilities, viewing him as the future king.
As for Catherine, she has her own royal foundation to manage and three children to raise.
Even without her role as peacemaker, she will undoubtedly thrive.
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