The Shocking Reason Why King Charles Cut Off Prince Harry

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Tensions between Prince Harry and King Charles have reached an all-time high. According to insiders, their once-cordial relationship has grown so strained that the King has reportedly stopped speaking to his youngest son altogether. The rift, fueled by ongoing family disputes and public revelations, has left many wondering if reconciliation is even possible. Here’s a closer look at what caused the royal silence.

Prince Harry’s growing rift with King Charles

When Harry, 40, returned to the UK in May for the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, a significant event, King Charles was notably missing. The two didn’t meet during this visit. The palace sources said it was due to the King’s “full schedule.”

However, insiders close to Harry feel there’s a bigger reason behind the King’s absence, as Harry wanted to discuss his years-long battle for family security, a fight he believes Charles could help with but hasn’t.

Long-standing tension between father and son.

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Since Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, stepped back from their royal roles in 2020, there has been a public rift filled with unresolved issues and occasional sharp criticisms. But, security concerns have been Harry’s most pressing worry.

Despite a hopeful meeting in February following Charles’s health issues, communication between the two has since worsened. Harry reportedly struggles to reach his father, with his calls going unanswered, including attempts to check the King’s health.

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According to friends, Harry is deeply worried about his family’s safety and has sought help from his father on multiple occasions. A close source explains that Harry feels only Charles can address his security concerns, as he remains determined to protect his wife, Meghan, and their two young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, at all costs.

Harry’s fears arose from negative publicity.

In a recent documentary, Tabloids on Trial, Harry expressed his fear over negative press coverage of his family. He highlighted that even one “lone actor” could pose a real threat, which is why he has been hesitant to bring his family back to the UK. He had offered to personally pay for additional protection, but this request was declined in court.

The lack of resolution has created a bitter standoff. While the King has no governmental authority over the decision, Harry still believes Charles could influence the matter. Meanwhile, friends of Harry say the situation has reached “complete silence” from the King, who no longer engages with Harry on the topic.

Why King Charles is hesitant to help Prince Harry, according to insiders.

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Insiders believe Charles fears a repeat of past events, recalling how Princess Diana’s public life outshined the monarchy after her separation. Charles worried about his son leaving with Meghan, feeling it might overshadow his own work. Harry and Meghan have cited security as a primary reason for their departure, as Meghan had faced significant press negativity and a lack of support from the royal family.

Harry’s life in the U.S.

In recent months, rumors of relationship troubles between Harry and Meghan, even leading to divorce, have been constantly circulating. So far, these remain just rumors, but they undoubtedly put additional pressure on the couple.

An insider revealed that the family has now decided to focus on restoring harmony and closeness. “They are using this time to figure out what they really want and to put more effort into their marriage, giving it a bit of a refresh. They recognize that sometimes their relationship suffers because they’re too caught up with work and parenting. But after reflecting on everything they’ve achieved over the past five years, they realized they want to get back to how they used to be — and that requires effort,” the source shared.

However, other sources claim that during the summer, King Charles prepared a gift for Lilibet, Harry and Meghan’s daughter, in hopes of mending their strained relationship.

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