The rift between the Duke of Sussex and the royal family seems to be deepening, with reports suggesting that the King and the Prince of Wales have purposely distanced themselves from him.

Renowned royal analyst Christopher Anderson revealed that the Duke has been frozen out by his relatives, marking a significant turn in their already strained relationship.

Returning from a recent trip to Nigeria, the Sussexes opted for a more traditional approach to their visit, despite it being a private affair.

Anderson shared with Fox News that the decision to sideline the Duke was a deliberate one, as the King and the Prince of Wales aim to avoid any potential conflicts or disruptions caused by him.

This development has left many feeling disheartened about the state of affairs within the royal family.

Some observers have pointed out that indifference, rather than outright animosity, can sometimes be more hurtful in relationships.

Anderson emphasized that even when the Duke is accompanied by his wife, the Duchess, on international trips, the King and the Prince remain unfazed by their actions, indicating a growing disconnect between them.

The trip to Nigeria, where the Duchess referred to the country as “my country,” appears to have exacerbated tensions within the royal family.

In an interview with the Mirror, royal expert Tom Quinn disclosed that the Prince of Wales and the King were reportedly incensed by the visit, with the Duke expressing unprecedented levels of anger.

Despite engaging in activities typical of official royal visits, such as visiting schools and meeting with various groups, the Duke’s actions seem to have further alienated him from his relatives.

During their time in Nigeria, the Duchess of Sussex and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director General of the World Trade Organization, co-hosted a women in leadership event.

Reflecting on the experience, the Duchess found Okonjo-Iweala’s heritage to be both captivating and humbling.

As the Sussexes are no longer bound by royal duties, they were allowed to keep the numerous gifts presented to them during the visit.

In a departure from the usual entourage accompanying royals on official trips, the Sussexes opted for a more streamlined approach, with just a photographer and a reporter in tow.

Anderson noted that this shift in entourage size reflects the couple’s desire to project a more casual and unofficial image during their foreign engagements, while still maintaining a sense of respect for protocol.

Despite the positive coverage of their Nigeria visit, Anderson predicts that the royal family will maintain a discreet stance regarding the Sussexes.